2021 Audi A3 Technik 30 Tfsi 1.0L Petrol · GD21 WPP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding braking system upkeep. While it passed its most recent test in June 2026 at 37,009 miles, this followed a failure just one month prior due to multiple safety-critical defects. The failure of front brake pads reaching minimum thickness limits, combined with worn and pitted brake discs, indicates that the previous owner neglected routine wear-item replacements until they reached the point of legal mechanical failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with a five-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,400 miles per annum. Between the June 2024 test at 22,220 miles and the June 2025 test at 32,274 miles, the car covered 10,054 miles. The most recent interval saw 4,735 miles covered before the 2026 inspection. This steady usage suggests regular operation, though the low annual mileage does not account for the lack of proactive maintenance observed in the braking components. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension and braking assembly. The 2025 test flagged light oil misting on both rear shock absorbers, a condition that should be monitored for progression toward active leaks which indicate imminent failure. Furthermore, because the 2026 failure involved both thin pads and scored discs, the buyer should verify that these components were actually replaced with high-quality parts rather than merely resurfaced. The recent failure of rear lighting lamps in June 2026 also suggests a lack of attention to basic electrical checks prior to official testing.