2012 Audi A3 1.6L Diesel · RJ07 SAM

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the MOT history reveals a consistent trend of deferred consumable maintenance. While the most recent test in March 2026 at 119,279 miles passed, the tester flagged an advisory for a nearside front tyre worn close to the legal limit and on the edge. This mirrors issues from the 2024 and 2025 tests, indicating that the owner tends to replace tyres only when they approach the point of failure. At 119,279 miles, this 14-year-old Audi averages approximately 8,500 miles per year, which aligns with typical national usage patterns for its age. The mileage data shows steady progression, with roughly 6,300 miles covered between March 2025 and March 2026, and another 7,765 miles in the preceding year. There are no unexplained gaps in the testing history and the clean records from 2022 and 2023 suggest that the mechanical and structural components remained stable during that period of lower mileage. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension and alignment due to the recurring edge wear on the tyres across multiple years. Persistent uneven wear often points to worn control arm bushes, ball joints, or incorrect tracking geometry that has not been addressed. Given the vehicle's age and mileage, a thorough visual check for corrosion on the subframe and brake lines is also necessary, as the MOT record does not provide detail on the structural integrity of these components beyond basic safety requirements.