2014 Audi A3 2.0L Petrol · FT63 RCF

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a clean MOT pass in April 2024 at 84,271 miles where no defects were recorded. This represents a stabilizing maintenance trend compared to the period of reactive repairs observed between 2021 and 2023. While the earlier records showed recurring mechanical wear items, the most recent inspection indicates that the owner has addressed the outstanding issues that previously flagged the vehicle for potential failure. At 84,271 miles over twelve years, the Audi has averaged approximately 7,000 miles per annum, which aligns with typical light road use for its age. There is a notable gap in records between June 2019 and February 2021, during which the car covered over 11,000 miles. Since then, the mileage accumulation has remained consistent with roughly 7,000 miles added annually. This steady usage suggests the vehicle has not sat stationary for long periods, which prevents the degradation of rubber components and seals despite low mileage. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension, specifically the ball joints, following the 2022 failure of the nearside front suspension arm ball joint. Although this was rectified, suspension components on this model are prone to developing play and should be checked for excessive wear. The history also shows a pattern of thin brake pads on both axles recorded between 2021 and early 2022, so the current state of the discs and pads requires verification to ensure they are not nearing replacement again. The front oil leak noted in April 2023 warrants a visual check under the vehicle to confirm the seal or gasket remains stable and is not causing significant seepage. Given the previous reports of uneven tyre wear in 2021 and 2023, a professional alignment check is advisable to ensure the steering geometry is not prematurely consuming new tyres. If these mechanical areas are sound, the record suggests a vehicle that has been maintained on a faults-found basis rather than through proactive preventative care.