2016 Audi A3 2.0L Diesel · GL16 FSJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend indicates a shift toward reactive repairs rather than preventative upkeep. In the most recent test conducted in August 2025 at 117,639 miles, the car passed despite advisories for front tyres worn to the legal limit and pitted or scored rear brake discs. While the vehicle meets minimum safety standards, the presence of these wear-related defects suggests the braking system and rubber components are reaching the end of their effective service life. The mileage profile is remarkably consistent for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,700 miles per annum. There was a significant increase in usage between October 2023 (75,100 miles) and August 2024 (92,319 miles), representing over 17,000 miles in less than ten months. This period of higher intensity correlates with the failure noted in August 2024, where the vehicle was flagged for structural damage to the front tyres and oil leaking from the rear artwork car. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear suspension, as both shock car showed misting of oil in 2024 and have not been noted as replaced in subsequent records. The braking system requires close attention; the progression from thin rear pads in 2022 to scored discs in 2025 indicates significant wear on the hardware. Furthermore, given the history of structural tyre failure and cracking in 2024, the current set of front tyres must be checked for perishing or uneven wear to ensure no further structural issues remain.