2013 Audi A3 1.4L Petrol · TY06 ALL

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by the most recent MOT pass in January 2026 at 98,760 miles. This test resulted in no recorded defects, suggesting that the mechanical and safety components currently meet the minimum legal standards. While the car suffered a failure in January 2025, the immediate pass on the same day indicates that the owner addressed the identified faults promptly, maintaining a consistent standard of reactive maintenance. The mileage pattern remains consistent with typical usage for a thirteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,600 miles per annum. Between the 2022 test at 72,200 miles and the 2024 test at 86,380 miles, the car covered 14,180 miles, showing a steady but moderate usage rate. The recent 2,578 miles recorded between January 2025 and January 2026 suggests a period of lower usage, which often helps prevent accelerated wear but can mask risks associated with long periods of inactivity. Given the clean record of the most recent tests, a buyer should focus their physical inspection on components prone to age-related degradation rather than recurring mechanical failures. At nearly 100,000 miles, the suspension bushes and control arm bolts require checking for signs of cracking or tearing which can affect handling precision. The buyer should also inspect for corrosion on brake lines and the integrity of the rubber bellows boots, as the MOT does not assess the condition of fluid leaks or surface rust on the chassis.