2004 Audi A3 3.2L Petrol · MR02 LJH

The Audi A3 presents as roadworthy following the most recent DVSA test on 19 August 2025 at 107,884 miles, where the vehicle passed with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend reads as stable across the available history, with a prior clean pass on 17 August 2024 at 104,901 miles and no advisories or faults logged in either examination. A failed entry on 19 August 2025 at the same mileage shows no defects recorded, indicating an administrative rejection rather than a mechanical concern. Recorded mileage stands at 107,884 against a 2004 build, averaging roughly 4,904 miles per year. The jump from 104,901 to 107,884 between August 2024 and August 2025 adds just 2,983 miles, confirming light annual use for a 22-year-old hatchback. Sparse testing data limits deep trend analysis, though two consecutive clean passes imply the previous keeper addressed consumables before each test and avoided prolonged neglect. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and subframe corrosion given the vehicle's age and likely periods of standing. Low mileage often masks perished rubber components and surface rust on structural members that an MOT without advisories will not always capture. Verify brake disc thickness, caliper operation, and exhaust integrity on the ramp. The clean record suggests sound upkeep, but 22 years of service demands hands-on checks of drivetrain mounts and steering joints before purchase.