2016 Audi A3 2.0L Diesel · KX16 AFV

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 23 March 2026 at 88,480 miles, earning a roadworthy rating. The maintenance trend is stable rather than improving; tyre wear has persisted across multiple tests, and a new suspension component fault has emerged. Mileage accumulation has been steady, averaging roughly 4,800–5,200 miles per year since 2019. The first recorded failure in February 2019 was rectified, and subsequent annual tests show consistent progression from 46,162 miles to the current 88,480 miles. MOT entries are annual with a brief gap in 2021, but the interval remains within the standard twelve‑month window. Recurrent defects centre on the tyre condition. In 2019 the car failed due to low tread depth and a structural tear, and from 2023 onward each test flags tyres worn close to the legal limit, including the near‑side rear, off‑side front, and both rear tyres. Brake components showed wear in 2022, while the 2024 test recorded a deformation of the outer sill and door without significant loss of rigidity. The latest test adds a severely deteriorated anti‑roll bar ball‑joint dust cover. The buyer should also inspect all four tyres for uneven wear, verify tread depth against the 1.6 mm requirement, and examine the anti‑roll bar linkage for corrosion or dust ingress. Brake discs and pads need visual assessment for pitting and thinning, and the sill and door panels should be checked for rust‑induced deformation. Confirm that the TPMS functions correctly, that there are no embedded objects such as the recorded nail, and that under‑tray coverings do not obscure routine inspections.