2007 Audi A3 1.6L Petrol · MX03 LEX

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, having passed its most recent MOT in January 2026 at 61,877 miles. The overall maintenance trend appears stable, as the car has avoided major mechanical failures over the last five years. While the most recent test identified a damaged windscreen, it did not interfere with the driver's view, suggesting that the vehicle is being maintained to a standard that meets legal requirements despite its age. The mileage profile is notably low for a 19-year-old Audi, averaging approximately 3,257 miles per year. There is a significant spike in usage between February 2024 and January 2026, where the car covered 29,400 miles in under two years. Conversely, the vehicle covered only 1,518 miles between November 2021 and February 2023. This irregular pattern suggests periods of stationary use which often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components rather than mechanical wear from distance. A buyer should prioritize inspecting the tyres as the record shows a recurring issue of perishing and cracking noted in 2021, 2023, and 2025. Because the car sits for long periods, the rubber likely reaches its limit before the tread depth is exhausted. The physical inspection should also check the brake calipers for seized pistons and disc corrosion, as low-mileage vehicles frequently suffer from brake binding due to inactivity. Given the age of the vehicle, a thorough check of the suspension bushes and structural integrity for rust is essential to ensure that the low mileage has not masked underlying environmental decay.