2011 Audi A3 1.8L Petrol · RV61 AFA
2011 Audi A3 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 12 Sept 2011. Recorded mileage 86,022 miles. MOT expired on 23 Oct 2026. Taxed until 01 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- AUDI A3
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 23 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Dec 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 86,022 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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RV61 AFA Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/10/2025
- 86,022 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RV61 AFA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Audi A3 (RV61 AFA) between October 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 5 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
RV61 AFA Mileage History
- 03/10/202267,763 mi
- 05/10/202373,645 mi+5,882 mi
- 25/10/202479,626 mi+5,981 mi
- 24/10/202586,022 mi+6,396 mi
Average of roughly 5,971 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
This 2011 Audi A3 (RV61AFA) is a sensible used buy with a clean MOT pass record across the last five years. Budget for tyres and a front anti-roll bar link, as both have been flagged in recent tests.
When viewing RV61AFA, ask for service history to confirm the timing chain and cam belt intervals have been observed on the 1798cc petrol unit, as Audi's 1.8 TFSI engines of this era are sensitive to oil quality and servicing. Use the October 2025 advisories on both front tyres to negotiate a discount of around £120-£160 for a pair of front tyres if the seller has not replaced them. The 2023 note of a severely deteriorated near-side front upper anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover suggests the drop link may need attention soon, so have a mechanic check play in the front suspension.
As a 1798cc petrol Audi A3 from 2011, this model typically falls into a mid road-tax band and insurance group appropriate for a compact executive hatch, though exact figures are not in the supplied data. Real-world fuel economy for the 1.8 petrol is generally reasonable for mixed driving but behind modern turbo triples. Routine maintenance such as oil, filters, brakes and the noted tyres will form the bulk of annual spend; with 86k miles on the clock, expect age-related items like suspension bushes to appear.
The October 2025 MOT recorded near-side and off-side front tyres worn close to the legal limit on the edge, so physically check tread depth and sidewall condition before purchase. Prior MOTs (2022 and 2023) noted off-side rear inner tyre cracking or perishing, and the 2023 test flagged a severely deteriorated near-side front upper anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover, so inspect the rear tyres' inner edges and the front drop links for play or torn gaiters. With 86,022 miles, also review brake disc wear and any fluid leaks given the car's age and silver paint potentially hiding road grime.
The silver 1.8-litre petrol A3 first registered in September 2011 has covered 86,022 miles as of its October 2025 MOT, averaging roughly 6,700 miles per year which is in line with typical use for a 14-year-old hatchback. MOT history from 2021 to 2025 shows five consecutive passes with only minor advisories and no failures. The most recent test noted both front tyres worn close to the legal limit, while earlier checks flagged rear tyre perishing and a deteriorated front anti-roll bar dust cover.
No aggregate MOT reliability data was supplied for the Audi A3, so this assessment relies solely on the individual history of RV61AFA.
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