2014 Audi A3 2.0L Diesel · GY14 WSZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend regarding suspension and tyre management. While the most recent test in March 2026 at 140,188 miles passed, it followed a failure just one mile prior due to an excessively worn rear support bush and both front tyres reaching legal limits. This follows an advisory from 2025 for a front suspension arm bush, suggesting that the suspension components are now reaching the end of their operational life en masse. At 140,188 miles, this Audi has averaged approximately 11,682 miles per year over its twelve-year life, which aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. The mileage progression shows consistent annual travel, with roughly 5,000 miles covered between March 2024 and March 2025, and another 4,600 miles between March 2025 and 2026. This regular use suggests the car has not sat idle, but it places constant stress on rubber suspension bushings and drivetrain components. A buyer must inspect the front suspension geometry for signs of uneven wear, as the recurring inner edge wear on the front tyres noted in 2026 often indicates an alignment issue or worn components. The rear support bush identified in the latest failure requires immediate verification to ensure it was replaced correctly and to prevent vehicle handling issues. Given the 2024 failure for structural tyre damage in the rear, the buyer should also check the current tyres for bubbles or bulges, as the previous owner previously neglected basic tyre safety checks.