2013 Audi A3 2.0L Diesel · FV63 OBU

The vehicle presents a clear roadworthiness verdict: it has failed twice on MOTs, indicating an ongoing trend of deterioration rather than stability or improvement. The most recent test on 16 June 2026 at 108,395 miles was passed, but the first failure occurred on 25 August 2023 at 87,482 miles, creating a significant gap between the last successful inspection and the first failure. This gap suggests that the owner likely maintained the car for over two years without addressing the structural risks, or that the first failure was caused by a severe component failure rather than minor wear. Regarding the mileage pattern, the vehicle has accumulated roughly 8,338 miles annually, which aligns with its 2013 age, but the data is sparse. The lack of a 2022 or 2021 MOT entry means there is no baseline to compare against, and the rapid mileage increase since the 2023 failure points directly to the lack of maintenance. While the 2026 test shows the car is still functional, the 2023 failure at 87,482 miles indicates that the engine and drivetrain components have degraded beyond safe operating limits, necessitating immediate professional intervention. Given the recurrent faults, particularly the fractured offside front coil spring and damaged mounting on the front macpherson strut, the vehicle carries serious structural risks that require inspection. The supplementary restraint system warning lamp and electronic parking brake malfunction further confirm that the vehicle's electrical and mechanical systems are compromised. A buyer should inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for corrosion and binding calipers, as well as the brake discs and exhaust emissions, to ensure the vehicle passes the MOT test. The lack of a 2022 MOT entry also means the owner must verify that the engine and drivetrain have been inspected since the 2023 failure, as the car is likely in a state of severe mechanical distress.