2019 Audi A3 2.0L Diesel · SA69 LSU

The 2019 Audi A3’s most recent MOT test on 16 January 2026—just six months ago—confirmed full roadworthiness with no defects, though the preceding failure in September 2025 on the near-side rear tyre tread indicates a single, isolated incident rather than a systemic issue. The vehicle’s maintenance history over the past three years shows a stable pattern of annual testing with no recurring mechanical or structural advisories, suggesting consistent compliance with MOT standards. The absence of advisories in any test further implies that no critical components—such as suspension bushes, coil springs, or binding calipers—have been overlooked between services. However, the September 2025 failure on a tyre tread cut underscores a basic oversight, as this fault was likely preventable with routine tyre inspections. The recorded mileage of 103,647 miles over seven years equates to an average of approximately 14,807 miles annually, which is elevated for a vehicle of this age. This rate of accumulation suggests either regular use or prolonged periods of operation without extended periods of inactivity. Notably, there is a gap of just 14 days between the failed test on 12 September 2025 and the subsequent retest on 15 September 2025, indicating the tyre was promptly replaced—a positive sign of responsiveness to MOT failures. The interval between tests has remained consistent at around 12 months, with no extended periods where the vehicle may have been neglected. Given the clean MOT record aside from the tyre failure, a prospective buyer should prioritise an in-person inspection of the tyres for uneven wear or residual damage, particularly on the near-side rear, where the previous cut occurred. The suspension should be checked for excessive play in the rear bushes or worn coil springs, as these components often degrade at higher mileages. Brake discs and pads should be examined for uneven wear or binding calipers, especially if the vehicle has been driven hard, given the elevated mileage. Structural integrity, including underbody corrosion around the sills and wheel arches, should also be assessed, as this is a common concern for vehicles of this age and mileage. The absence of advisories in past tests does not preclude gradual wear in these areas.