2020 Audi A3 S Line 35 TDI S-A 2.0L Diesel · SH53 AES

The vehicle's recent MOT history indicates a worsening trend regarding consumable maintenance. While the car passed its most recent test on 6 July 2026 at 52,726 miles, the tester flagged multiple significant tyre defects. These include a nearside front tyre with heavy sidewall damage and cracking, alongside offside front and rear tyres showing heavy edge wear and approaching legal limits. The presence of considerable damage to the nearside front outer wheel rim further suggests a lack of attention to tyre and wheel upkeep. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. The car covered roughly 5,900 miles between the October 2024 test and the July 2025 test, then jumped approximately 21,300 miles between July 2025 and July 2026. This recent increase represents a significant uptick in annual usage compared to the previous two years. The total distance of 52,726 miles over six years averages roughly 8,800 miles annually, which aligns with standard driver profiles. A prospective buyer should prioritize a physical inspection of the tyres and wheels to ensure all advisory items from the 2026 test have been addressed with new rubber and potentially a refurbished or replaced rim. The recurring pattern of worn tyre edges, seen in both the November 2023 test at 20,516 miles and the July 2026 test, suggests possible issues with wheel alignment or suspension geometry. I recommend checking the condition of the suspension bushes and tracking to rule out underlying mechanical causes for this uneven tyre wear.