2015 Audi A3 2.0L Diesel · NL65 KTJ

The 2015 Audi A3 presents a clean MOT record with no defects recorded across all five tests, indicating stable and consistent roadworthiness. The most recent test on 14 January 2026 at 114,027 miles passed with zero advisories or failures, a strong sign that the vehicle has been maintained to a high standard. This unbroken chain of clean passes suggests diligent upkeep rather than neglect. The mileage accumulation is remarkably steady and typical for its age. Between the May 2022 test at 73,534 miles and the January 2026 test at 114,027 miles, the vehicle covered roughly 40,493 miles over approximately three years and eight months, averaging around 10,800 miles per year. The annual tests from January 2023 through January 2026 show incremental gains of roughly 8,000 to 9,000 miles each year, with no sudden spikes or suspicious gaps that would suggest long periods of disuse or odometer irregularities. Despite the clean MOT history, a physical inspection remains essential. At eleven years and 114,027 miles, suspension components such as bushes, drop links, and shock absorbers will have endured significant cyclic loading even if no defects have yet surfaced on test. The front and rear brake assemblies, including discs, pads, and calipers, should be measured for wear against manufacturer tolerances. Underbody and subframe corrosion warrant close examination, particularly around mounting points and along the sills, as surface corrosion can develop beneath underseal without triggering an MOT advisory until it becomes structurally significant. Exhaust system integrity, including the catalytic converter and DPF if fitted, should be verified both visually and through a cold-start emissions check. Tyre condition and age, even with legal tread depth, deserve scrutiny as rubber degrades over time regardless of use. The absence of any MOT advisories over five consecutive tests is a genuinely positive indicator, but it does not substitute for a thorough pre-purchase inspection by a qualified technician. A vehicle this age will inevitably carry wear that falls below the MOT threshold for failure yet still signals approaching service intervals. Budgeting for preventive suspension and brake work would be prudent regardless of the clean record.