2016 Audi A3 2.0L Diesel · MJ11 GEM

The most recent MOT, conducted on 31 March 2026 at 64,943 miles, passed cleanly with zero defects. This is a strong indicator of current roadworthiness. Looking back over the record, the maintenance trend is clearly improving. Where earlier tests flagged consumable wear and minor deterioration, the latest result shows those items have been addressed, suggesting attentive upkeep in the last year. The vehicle has covered roughly 6,500 miles per year on average, which is typical for a ten-year-old A3. The mileage progression is steady and unremarkable, with no sudden jumps or suspiciously large gaps between tests. The annual tests fall within a consistent March-to-April window, indicating regular yearly servicing rather than sporadic use. The 2025 test recorded 60,383 miles, meaning the car covered about 4,560 miles in the twelve months leading to the 2026 test, a slight dip but still within normal parameters. Despite the clean recent pass, the history reveals recurring rear-end wear that warrants a physical check. Rear tyres were flagged as worn close to the legal limit in both 2023 and 2024, and rear brake pads were noted as wearing thin in 2022. A buyer should inspect the current rear tyre tread depth and condition carefully, checking for uneven wear patterns that could point to suspension bush wear or tracking issues. The rear brake discs and pads should also be measured for remaining life, given the earlier advisory on pad thickness. The 2025 tester noted that plastic undertrays prevented a full inspection of the sills and underfloor. This is a common limitation, but it means structural rust or corrosion in those areas has not been visually confirmed in over a year. A buyer should arrange a ramp inspection to examine the sills, subframes, and exhaust system for corrosion, particularly if the car has spent time standing or in damp conditions. The clean 2026 result is encouraging, but the masked underbody remains the one area the paperwork cannot fully verify.