2017 Audi A3 2.0L Diesel · ST17 DAR

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on its consistent history of passes. The most recent test on 25 September 2025 at 90,485 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, following a failure just two miles prior on the same day. This immediate rectification suggests a minor issue, likely a blown bulb or a minor sensor adjustment, which was resolved instantly before the re-test, indicating an owner who is proactive regarding basic compliance requirements. The mileage accumulation is remarkably consistent for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per annum. Between September 2022 at 48,098 miles and September 2024 at 75,925 miles, the car covered 27,827 miles, showing a steady usage pattern. The subsequent 14,560 miles recorded between the 2024 and 2025 tests maintain this trend. Such regularity often suggests the vehicle has been used regularly, which is generally beneficial for mechanical seals and components that can suffer from long periods of standing. Because the MOT record shows no advisories or recurring faults over the last four years, the mechanical history appears clean on paper. However, a buyer should still perform a physical inspection of high-wear items that the MOT does not cover, such as suspension bushes and coil springs, given the 90,000-mile threshold. Checking the brake discs for thinning or uneven wear and inspecting the drivetrain for oil leaks remains essential, as the MOT only flags these components once they reach a point of failure.