2011 Audi A3 1.6L Petrol · RO61 GOX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of deferred repairs regarding suspension components. While the most recent test in April 2026 at 104,494 miles passed, it followed an immediate failure just one month prior. The record shows a persistent failure to address worn front suspension arm pins and bushes, which have appeared across the last three consecutive tests, indicating that the owner only addresses mechanical faults once they reach an MOT failure threshold rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per year. There is a gap of roughly 5,300 miles between March 2024 and March 2025, followed by approximately 7,800 miles between March 2025 and April 2026. This steady accumulation suggests the car is used regularly, though the fifteen-year age of the Audi chassis likely contributes to the gradual degradation of rubber components and metal surfaces despite the low odometer reading. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front suspension, as the tester has repeatedly flagged wear on both the nearside and offside lower suspension arm bushes. The 2025 failure also highlighted a defective gearbox mounting, which should be checked for signs of tearing or causing vibration during acceleration. Additionally, the April 2026 advisory regarding pitted and scored front brake discs necessitates replacement to ensure effective stopping performance. Given the previous report of a corroded nearside coil spring in 2024, the structural integrity of the remaining springs should be verified for surface rust that may have progressed.