2016 Audi A3 1.4L Petrol · JX08 BEC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT test in November 2025 with no recorded defects. The maintenance trend appears stable, although a brief test failure recorded just four days prior to the passing result in the same month suggests a minor issue was rectified immediately. The absence of recurring faults or advisories across the last three years of testing indicates the car has been maintained to a standard that meets minimum safety and emissions requirements. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,800 miles per year. There is a steady accumulation of mileage visible between the records, with roughly 13,500 miles driven between 2023 and 2024, and another 7,000 miles between late 2024 and mid-2025. This regularity suggests the car is used consistently rather than sitting for long periods, which is generally beneficial for engine seals and mechanical components that can suffer from corrosion during inactivity. Because the MOT history is clean of structural rust warnings or recurring mechanical failures, a buyer should focus their physical inspection on typical wear items associated with this age and mileage. Given the age, a close look at the suspension bushings and shock absorbers is advisable, as rubber components can perish over time irrespective of low mileage. The buyer should also verify the condition of the brake discs and pads, as well as check for oil leaks around the engine to ensure no hidden issues exist that a standard MOT test does not fully capture.