2015 Audi A3 1.6L Diesel · FV15 NKH

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its latest MOT in January 2026 at 90,199 miles with no defects recorded. However, the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of neglect regarding the braking system. While the most recent test shows no issues, the previous two tests in 2023 and 2024 repeatedly flagged imbalanced brakes and pitted discs. This suggests the owner only addressed faults to the minimum legal requirement rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a typical low-useage vehicle, averaging approximately 8,200 miles per year. There is a notable gap in records between July 2019 and January 2021, where the car covered only 2,434 miles over over eighteen months. Since early 2021, the usage has increased to roughly 10,000 to 12,000 miles annually. This shift in usage patterns correlates with the appearance of wear-related faults, specifically the braking components and tyres, which began to require attention as the car reached higher mileage. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the braking assembly. The recurring reports of imbalanced brakes and scored discs indicate potential issues with sticking calipers or poor fluid quality that has led to corrosion. You should check for uneven wear on the brake pads and verify the thickness of the remaining rotors. Additionally, given the 2022 advisory for front tyres worn on the edge, a professional alignment check is necessary to ensure the suspension geometry is not causing premature tyre degradation.