2016 Audi A3 2.0L Diesel · KT65 DZS

The overall roadworthiness of this 2016 AUDI A3 is currently poor and deteriorating , with a clear deterioration trend evident from the most recent test on 10th December 2025, which was a failure. The vehicle has been in the MOT register since late 2023, resulting in a significant gap of more than two years between the last successful test and the current failure. This extended absence of a valid MOT indicates a lack of consistent maintenance and likely a failure to address the recurring faults identified in the 2025-12-10 failure record. The most recent test on 10th December 2025 was a failure, confirming that the vehicle is currently unsafe to drive. The mileage pattern reveals a distinct accumulation of wear that correlates with the vehicle's age, particularly concerning the rear suspension and drivetrain components. The vehicle has maintained a high mileage trajectory of approximately 10,742 miles per year, which is typical for a 10-year-old car, but this rate has been maintained consistently through the 2025 and 2024 test cycles. This steady accumulation suggests that the vehicle has not undergone regular servicing, potentially leading to premature wear on critical parts such as the rear suspension bushings and coil springs. The gap between the 2025-12-10 failure and the 2024-12-23 test further underscores the lack of proactive intervention required to prevent further deterioration of the rear suspension and drivetrain. Given the recurring faults flagged in the 2025-12-10 failure record, including worn tyres, exposed ply/cords, and structural play in the track rod end ball joint, the vehicle requires immediate inspection for structural integrity and mechanical wear. The buyer should examine the rear suspension bushings and coil springs for corrosion or excessive play, as these components are prone to failure under load. Additionally, the 2025-12-10 failure indicates that the rear brake disc is worn and pitted, necessitating a check for corrosion and wear on the brake discs themselves to ensure they will not fail in the future. The 2024-12-23 failure also confirms that the rear tyre tread is worn close to the legal limit, highlighting the need for a full rear tyre inspection to assess remaining tread depth and condition. These findings suggest that the vehicle is currently unsafe to drive due to a combination of wear and tear, particularly on the rear suspension and drivetrain components, requiring urgent mechanical assessment before long-term ownership.