2016 Audi A3 2.0L Petrol · FV16 FCF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass in March 2026, but the recent MOT history reveals a trend of developing component wear. While the most recent test at 73,280 miles passed, the car had initially failed due to a structural failure in the nearside front tyre and wear on both front lower suspension bushes. The transition from a failure to a pass indicates immediate repairs were made, but the components reaching the end of their functional life are requiring proactive attention. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,300 miles per year. Between February 2023 at 35,551 miles and March 2024 at 49,284 miles, the car covered 13,733 miles, followed by another 23,996 miles in the year leading up to the most recent test. This steady accumulation suggests regular use rather than long periods of inactivity, which explains the gradual degradation of rubber and friction components noted in the advisories. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front end geometry and braking system. The tester flagged worn bushes on both front lower suspension arms in March 2026, which are prone to causing steering play and uneven tyre wear if not replaced. Furthermore, the record shows a recurring pattern of thinning brake pads across 2024 and 2025, indicating that the vehicle operates near the service intervals for its consumables. Verify the current condition of the nearside front tyre to ensure the replacement was quality and addressed the structural bulge that caused the most recent failure.