2010 Audi A3 2.0L Diesel · S33 YAY

The vehicle currently presents a concerning roadworthiness status with a worsening trend in mechanical and structural neglect. While it passed its most recent test on 9 June 2026 at 138,816 miles, it had failed just days prior due to an inoperative engine malfunction indicator light. The persistence of sub-frame corrosion and suspension wear across the 2025 and 2026 tests indicates that the owner is only addressing the minimum requirements to pass the test rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern remains relatively consistent for a 16-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,700 miles per year. However, there is a significant gap in records between the October 2022 test at 124,655 miles and the May 2025 test at 133,338 miles. During this three-year period, the car covered nearly 9,000 miles without an official inspection. The sudden appearance of multiple failures in 2025 suggests that a period of oversight led to the rapid deterioration of components like the suspension and braking system. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear sub-frame and suspension arms, as the record repeatedly flags corrosion and worn bushes. The braking system shows a history of instability, moving from a parking brake failure in May 2025 to just barely meeting the requirement in June 2025. The front inner edge wear on the tyres noted in June 2026 also suggests an alignment issue or worn components that remain unaddressed. Furthermore, the engine management system must be verified with a diagnostic tool to ensure the inoperative Mal warning light masks a hidden fault that could lead to expensive repairs.