2022 Volkswagen ID3 Family Electric · NA72 OJD

The most recent DVSA MOT carried out on 10 November 2025 was passed, but it carried three advisories concerning the near‑side front tyre, near‑side rear tyre and off‑side rear tyre, each noted as being worn close to the legal limit and showing edge wear. No outright failures were recorded, indicating that the vehicle’s fundamental mechanical condition remains satisfactory, but the tyre wear advisories highlight a specific area requiring prompt attention. With only a single MOT entry available, the maintenance trend appears stable, though the advisories suggest that tyre condition is deteriorating and should be addressed before the next test. At four years old the ID.3 has logged 12,302 miles, equating to roughly 3,100 miles per annum – a markedly low annual mileage for a modern electric hatchback. Such modest use often points to periods of limited driving or extended stationary storage, which can be benign for wear‑dependent components but may accelerate age‑related degradation of rubber, battery electrolyte, and corrosion‑prone parts. The low mileage reduces the likelihood of wear on suspension bushes, brake pads and drivetrain bearings, yet the vehicle’s calendar age still subjects it to the same time‑based wear mechanisms as a higher‑mileage counterpart. Prospective buyers should give immediate priority to the tyre situation. Inspect the tread depth across the entire width of each tyre, looking for uneven wear patterns that could indicate mis‑alignment, worn suspension components or incorrect tyre pressures. Check the sidewalls for cracking, dry rot or bulging, which are common in tyres that have aged more than three years even with low mileage. Replace any tyre that is within 1 mm of the legal minimum tread depth or shows edge wear, and consider a full set to maintain balanced handling. While on the wheel, verify that the wheel nuts are torqued to specification and that the wheel bearings are free of play or grinding noises during a short road test. Beyond the tyres, conduct a comprehensive age‑related inspection. Examine the 12 V auxiliary battery for terminal corrosion and test its cranking voltage, as batteries left idle for long periods can lose capacity. Look for any surface rust on the chassis, suspension mounting points and brake discs, especially around the wheel arches where moisture can accumulate; surface rust on discs is acceptable but deep pitting would warrant resurfacing or replacement. Verify that the brake fluid has been changed within the last two years, as fluid absorbs moisture over time and can affect braking performance. Inspect the high‑voltage battery coolant and check for any warning lights on the instrument cluster related to the electric drivetrain. Finally, review the service book for regular software updates, charging port condition and any recorded coolant or brake fluid changes, and request a test drive to listen for any abnormal whine from the motor, vibration through the steering column, or shudder under regenerative braking – all of which could signal emerging issues despite the low mileage.