2016 Audi A3 1.0L Petrol · OA02 AAA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a persistent pattern of neglecting minor wear and tear components. The most recent test in September 2025 at 61,152 miles resulted in a pass only after a failure regarding an inaccessible fuel cap and perished rear tyres. While the immediate faults were rectified, the recurring presence of pitted rear brake discs and cracking tyres across three consecutive years suggests an owner who only addresses defects when prompted by an MOT failure rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage profile is consistent with a low-useage urban vehicle, averaging approximately 6,100 miles per year. Between August 2022 at 44,962 miles and September 2025 at 61,152 miles, the car covered 16,190 miles, indicating steady but light usage. This low mileage explains the presence of tyre cracking and perishing, as rubber components often age and de-grade due to time when a vehicle sits for long periods or is driven short distances, rather than through mileage-related wear. A buyer should focus physical inspection on the rear braking system, as the record shows pitting and scoring on the discs dating back to 55,052 miles in 2024. These surfaces indicate surface corrosion or lack of use, which can lead to binding calipers if not monitored. The offside front tyre being worn to the limit in 2023 at 50,388 miles suggests potential alignment issues or uneven wear that should be verified. Given the age of the vehicle and the low mileage, inspect all rubber bushes and suspension components for similar cracking seen on the tyres.