2013 Audi A3 1.6L Diesel · OV62 EBU

The 2013 AUDI A3 is currently roadworthy but presents a clear deterioration trend in its MOT history. The most recent test on 2025-08-29 at 93,662 miles was passed with no defects, yet this is followed by a failed test on 2023-07-14 at the same mileage, indicating a significant lapse in maintenance. This sequence suggests the buyer has been neglecting routine servicing, particularly regarding the suspension and braking systems, which are prone to failure over time. The mileage accumulation is uneven, with the vehicle reaching approximately 7,205 miles per year. The gap between the 2024-11-08 test at 91,214 miles and the 2023-07-15 test at 87,574 miles represents a substantial 3,640 miles of accumulated wear that has not been addressed. This rapid increase in mileage over a single year without any recorded faults indicates that the vehicle has been driven excessively or that the owner has failed to perform regular inspections or changes, leading to accelerated component failure. A buyer should inspect the vehicle personally for binding rear brakes, binding suspension bushings, and structural rust in the undercarriage. While the 2023-07-14 test failed, the 2025-08-29 test passed, suggesting that the issue may have been intermittent or caused by specific wear rather than a permanent defect. Given the history of two failed tests at the same mileage, the vehicle requires immediate attention to suspension bushings and brake discs, as these components are the most likely to fail soonest.