2021 Audi A3 S Line ED 1 35 Tfsi Mhev SA 1.5L Petrol · KY71 GHF

A clean and unblemished testing record defines this Audi A3, with both of its DVSA examinations to date passed at the first attempt and not a single advisory item recorded against it. The latest test, carried out on 2 October 2025, returned a pass with no defects noted, mirroring the equally clean result from 30 August 2024. For a vehicle of this age, the complete absence of even minor advisories on items such as tyre wear, brake component condition, suspension bushes, or corrosion is a genuinely positive indicator, and the trend across the two tests is stable rather than showing any emerging deterioration. The recorded mileage of 52,500 miles over roughly five years equates to approximately 10,500 miles per annum, which sits squarely within the typical range for a UK car of this age. There are no unusual gaps in the testing history, no evidence of prolonged lay-up, and no sudden mileage spikes that might suggest undisclosed use or clocking concerns. This steady, moderate accumulation is mechanically favourable: the engine, dual-clutch or manual drivetrain, suspension, and braking components will have been exercised regularly enough to avoid the deterioration associated with long-term standing, while not having been subjected to the accelerated wear of high-mileage motorway or fleet use. The 48-volt mild-hybrid system fitted to this 35 TFSI variant will also have benefited from regular charge and discharge cycling rather than extended dormancy. Given the absence of any flagged defects, the buyer's inspection should focus on verification rather than fault-finding. Confirm that the service history supports the mileage shown, with particular attention to evidence of scheduled oil changes using the correct VW 508 00 specification oil for the 1.5 TFSI engine, and check whether the timing and auxiliary drive components have been inspected in line with the manufacturer's schedule. On the test drive, listen for any hesitation or judder from the mild-hybrid system's belt-driven starter-generator during pull-away and coasting, and ensure the stop-start function engages and restarts smoothly without warning lights. Beyond the powertrain, conduct the standard due-diligence checks that apply to any used purchase: examine the tyres for even tread wear across all four corners, as uneven wear would be the first sign of suspension or alignment issues not yet severe enough to appear on an MOT; feel for any vibration through the steering wheel or brake pedal under firm braking; and listen for knocks or rattles over uneven surfaces that could indicate early wear in drop links or bushings. With two consecutive clean passes and a typical usage profile, this A3 presents as a low-risk proposition, but a pre-purchase inspection by an independent specialist remains worthwhile to confirm that the clean paper record is matched by the car's physical condition.