2016 Audi A3 2.0L Diesel · ND65 XTH

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on July 6, 2026, 71,817 miles. The maintenance trend shows a period of stability followed by a recent lapse in basic component care. The most recent test flagged a nearside front tyre worn low on the inside edge, indicating a potential alignment or suspension issue rather than simple mileage wear. This follows two years of clean records with no defects noted between 2023 and 2025. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,200 miles per year. There is a steady accumulation of usage recorded from 25,285 miles in early 2019 to 71,817 miles in mid-2026. This regularity suggests the car has not suffered from long periods of standing, which helps prevent rubber components and seals from degrading. The gap between the 2022 and 2023 tests is slightly irregular, but the subsequent testing has returned to standard annual intervals. A buyer should pay close attention to the rear braking system, as the history shows a recurring pattern of neglected maintenance. Records from 2020, 2021, and 2022 all highlighted thinning brake pads and pitted discs, leading to a mechanical failure in July 2023 when rear pads reached just 1.1mm. While these appear to have been addressed, the frequency suggests the owner often replaces components only when they fail rather than performing preventative servicing. The inner edge wear on the nearside front tyre noted in 2026 also warrants a physical inspection of the control arms, bushings, and steering geometry to ensure no bent suspension components are causing premature tyre scrubbing.