2013 Audi A3 2.0L Diesel · FW13 KXV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history shows a worrying trend of deferred mechanical repairs. The most recent test on May 14 May 2026 at 79,047 miles resulted in a failure due to a fractured nearside front coil spring. While the vehicle passed after repairs, the tester flagged multiple rear brake issues including thin pads, pitted and scored discs, and a binding offside rear caliper. These faults indicate that the owner is only addressing components once they threaten compliance rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per year. The car progressed from 68,277 miles in June 2023 to 79,047 miles in May 2026, showing steady but low usage. However, the low mileage appears to have contributed to age-related degradation, evidenced by the June 2023 advisory for perishing tyres and the 2024 failure where all four tyres were found at the legal limit with significant uneven wear on the inner edges. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension and braking systems. The recurring presence of binding brakes and worn rear components suggests the caliper pistons may be seizing or the hydraulic lines are corroded. The uneven tyre wear noted in 2024 points to potential alignment issues or worn suspension bushes, which should be checked alongside the replaced spring. Additionally, the loose offside front brake back plate and the deteriorated rear registration plate require attention to ensure they do not mask the onset of structural corrosion in the mounting points.