2015 Audi A3 1.4L Petrol · WM15 GKP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a shift towards developing structural issues. While the car passed its most recent test in May 2026 at 87,393 miles, the tester flagged corrosion on both the nearside and offside rear suspension arms. Although these components were not yet seriously weakened to the point of failure, the presence of rust on both sides suggests the beginning of material degradation that was not present in the previous years of testing. The mileage pattern remains consistent with an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per year. The record shows steady usage with intervals of roughly 7,000 to 11,000 miles between annual tests from 2022 through 2026. However, the May 2025 test at 81,837 miles revealed a front tyre worn close to the legal limit and unevenly on the edge. This indicates a lapse in basic consumable maintenance or potentially a developing alignment issue that went unaddressed during that period of operation. A prospective buyer must prioritise a thorough physical inspection of the rear suspension to determine if the corrosion noted in the 2026 test has progressed beyond the advisory stage. The inspector should check for deep pitting on the suspension arms and mounting points to ensure the structural integrity remains sound. Given the uneven tyre wear reported in 2025, verifying the condition of the bushings and steering geometry is also essential to ensure no underlying mechanical faults are causing premature tyre wear.