2023 Audi S3 Tfsi Quattro S-A 2.0L Petrol · LOV 310K

The vehicle presents a stable maintenance trend, with the most recent MOT on 15 September 2025 at 41,585 miles passing cleanly without any recorded defects. A failed test recorded on the same day at 41,584 miles shows no defects either, suggesting an administrative anomaly or a test cancellation rather than a mechanical fault. The absence of advisories or failures across the entire history indicates the Audi S3 currently meets all roadworthiness standards, though the lack of recorded defects does not preclude wear typical of a high-performance vehicle driven hard. The mileage accumulation is notably high for a three-year-old vehicle. Between the 20 September 2024 test at 30,127 miles and the 15 September 2025 test at 41,585 miles, the car covered 11,458 miles in just under twelve months. This rate of use, averaging over 13,800 miles annually, points to sustained motorway driving or a demanding daily commute rather than light urban use. Such mileage accelerates the degradation of consumables and drivetrain components, even if the MOT record remains entirely clean. Given the high mileage and the performance nature of the TFSI Quattro, a physical inspection should focus on components that wear rapidly under sustained load. Check the suspension bushes and coil springs for deterioration, and inspect the brake discs and calipers for scoring or binding, as high-speed braking generates significant thermal stress. Examine the exhaust system for corrosion and verify the structural integrity of the underbody, ensuring the rapid mileage accumulation has not masked any impact damage or premature rust. Tyre tread depth and condition also warrant close scrutiny, as the aggressive drivetrain places heightened demands on rubber.