2016 Audi A3 1.6L Diesel · S22 EJM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent test in September 2025 at 92,745 miles passed despite advisories for deteriorated track rod end dust covers on both front sides. While these did not cause a failure, they follow a previous failure in September 2024 due to an inoperative Malfunction Indicator Lamp, suggesting that electrical and minor steering components have been neglected until they triggered a formal test failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,600 miles per year. There is a steady progression of roughly 23,000 miles between the 2023 test at 69,839 miles and the 2025 test at 92,745 miles. This regular usage suggests typical road miles, which explains the wear on consumables like tyres and suspension components, though the record shows recurring issues with tyres perishing or reaching the legal depth limit once every few years. A buyer should perform a close inspection of the rear suspension and rubber components. The 2023 record noted oil misting on both rear shock absorbers, which should be checked for active leaks that indicate imminent failure. Furthermore, the history of perishing and uneven tyre wear across 2023 and 2024 suggests potential alignment issues or a lack of routine pressure maintenance. The damaged front track rod dust covers noted in 2025 require monitoring to prevent premature wear of the steering joints, which would eventually lead to steering play and uneven tyre scrub.