2016 Audi S3 2.0L Petrol · SW16 YSF

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by the most recent MOT pass on March 30, 2026 at 76,817 miles with zero recorded defects. This follows a period of clean results over the last two years. The transition from minor issues in late 2023 to entirely defect-free inspections suggests that the current owner is addressing maintenance requirements before they escalate into mechanical failures. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a low-use vehicle, averaging approximately 7,700 miles per annum. There is a notable gap in the data between January 2022 and November 2023, where the car covered over 15,000 miles in twenty months. However, the usage has moderated since then, with roughly 3,300 miles recorded between each of the most recent annual or biennial tests. This low cumulative mileage generally reduces the expected wear on the S3's drivetrain components and suspension compared to high-mileage examples of this generation. A physical inspection should focus on the rear axle, as the November 2023 test flagged both nearside and offside rear tyres as worn to the legal limit and showing edge wear. While these were replaced given the subsequent passes, the wear pattern can sometimes indicate alignment issues or worn suspension bushes. The buyer should also verify fluid levels, as the 2023 tester noted that both oil and coolant were at the minimum marks, which may indicate minor leaks or high consumption common in these high-performance engines. The historical record shows no recurring structural corrosion or persistent brake issues, which is encouraging for an Audi of this age. The 2019 windscreen damage was a minor cosmetic concern that was since resolved. Given the clean sheets from the last three tests, the vehicle appears to have been well-maintained without signs of systemic mechanical neglect.