2021 Audi A3 S Line 35 Tfsi Mhev S-A 1.5L Petrol · OO07 AYD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding suspension and wheel components. While the car passed the July 2025 test at 63,395 miles, it followed a significant failure just three months prior in April at 60,946 miles due to serious fluid leaks from both rear shock absorbers. The persistence of oil misting on the offside front shock absorber across three consecutive years of testing suggests a delay in addressing mechanical wear until components reach a critical failure point. At 63,395 miles over five years, this Audi has averaged approximately 12,700 miles per year, which sits above the national average for a modern petrol car. The data shows consistent use, with over 12,000 miles covered between the May 2024 and July 2025 tests. This high rate of use places significant stress on consumables and suspension geometry, as evidenced by the recurring issues with uneven tyre wear and shock absorber failure noted in the 2024 and 2025 records. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the nearside front road wheel, which has been flagged as distorted in both 2024 and 2025. This distortion often results from significant impact and can lead to premature tyre degradation or handling issues. The 2025 advisory regarding thin front brake pads and a TPMS light indicates that basic maintenance is only being performed when faults become apparent rather than preemptively. Inspect all shock absorbers for further signs of weeping and check the wheel alignment to ensure the previous inner tyre wear has not caused permanent damage to the suspension components.