2011 Audi A3 1.6L Diesel · KX11 WBJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of recurring corrosion-related suspension issues. The most recent test in September 2025 at 94,338 miles resulted in a pass following a failure for a low headlamp aim and a corroded offside rear suspension arm. While the car passed overall, the persistence of corrosion on the rear suspension arms across the 2024 and 2025 tests indicates an ongoing degradation process that has not been proactively addressed. At 94,338 miles over fifteen years, the Audi has averaged approximately 6,290 miles per year. This low rate is consistent with typical light-use patterns for a vehicle of this age. The mileage accumulation is steady, with only about 1,000 miles recorded between the September 2024 and 2025 tests. However, low annual mileage often correlates with age-related perish of rubber-based components, which was explicitly evidenced by the cracked and perished rear tyres noted during the September 2024 inspection. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear suspension assembly. The record specifically flagged corrosion on all rear arms in 2024 and the offside rear arm again in 2025. You should check for deep pitting or structural thinning on these mounting points and arms to ensure the corrosion has not progressed beyond surface level. Additionally, verify the state of the rubber bushes and tyre sidewalls, as the history suggests the vehicle is prone to environmental drying and cracking despite the low mileage.