2021 Audi A3 Sport 30 Tfsi Mhev S-A 1.0L Petrol · LS21 KRX

A clean and largely unblemished DVSA history defines this 2021 Audi A3 Sport 30 TFSI MHEV, presenting a reassuringly stable roadworthiness profile for a prospective buyer. Across all three recorded tests, the vehicle has passed without a single failure, and the only advisory of any kind appeared at the February 2025 test, where a near side rear tyre was noted as slightly damaged. The most recent examination on 27 February 2026 returned a pass with no defects recorded at all, confirming that the issue flagged a year earlier was addressed and that the car continues to meet all statutory standards for safety and emissions. For a five year old premium hatchback of this specification, an MOT record entirely free of recurring advisories on suspension, braking, corrosion, or exhaust components is a notable positive, particularly given the increasing likelihood of minor advisories as a vehicle accumulates age and exposure to road conditions. The recorded mileage of 14,937 miles over approximately five years equates to an average annual accumulation of just under 3,000 miles, which sits firmly in the low usage bracket. There are no extended gaps between tests that would suggest the vehicle was off the road for any significant period, and the consistent MOT cycle indicates continuous use, albeit at a modest level. From a mechanical standpoint, low annual mileage of this nature typically results in less wear on major drivetrain components, clutches, and friction materials such as brake pads and discs, but it can place greater demand on items that deteriorate with age rather than use. Rubber components, seals, and lubricants can suffer from prolonged periods of standing, and the relatively modest mileage means that consumable wear items may still be in a healthy state, though age related deterioration of certain parts cannot be ruled out. Given the specific advisory recorded on the near side rear tyre, a thorough physical examination of all four tyres is advisable at the point of purchase. Inspect the sidewalls carefully for any signs of cracking, bulges, or impact damage, and check the tread depth across the full width of each tyre, not just in the centre. Uneven wear across the rear axle could point to alignment or suspension geometry issues, so look for feathering on the inner or outer edges. On a test drive, pay attention to any steering pull to one side, vibrations through the seat or steering wheel at speed, or knocking sounds emanating from the rear suspension over uneven surfaces, as these could indicate worn bushes, dampers, or coil springs that may not yet have been flagged on an MOT. Despite the absence of any recorded brake, exhaust, or corrosion advisories, the buyer should still perform a dynamic assessment to confirm the health of components not always evident during a stationary MOT inspection. During the test drive, listen for any squeal or grinding from the brakes on initial application, which could suggest worn pads or glazed discs, and feel for any judder through the brake pedal under firm stopping, an indication of disc run out or thickness variation. Listen for any clonking or rattling from the front suspension when traversing speed bumps or potholes, and check for excess play in the steering by waggling the wheel with the car stationary. Finally, ensure the mild hybrid system operates correctly by observing the instrument cluster for any warning messages on start up, and confirm that the engine restarts smoothly after an auto stop event, as any irregularity here could point to early issues with the 48V system that would not be apparent from the MOT record alone.