2022 Audi A3 S Line 35 Tfsi Mhev S-A 1.5L Petrol · WR72 VGC

The most recent DVSA MOT test outcome for this 2022 Audi A3 S Line 35 TFSI MHEV S-A was a Pass recorded on 10 October 2025, but it is important to note that this followed an immediate Fail recorded on the same date. While the vehicle has since met the minimum roadworthiness standard, the failure items are significant enough to require proper rectification and subsequent verification before purchase. Because there is only one prior MOT pass on record and it coincided with a failure event, the maintenance trend cannot be reliably classified as stable, improving, or worsening; instead, the record is too sparse to draw meaningful conclusions, and the specific defects must be scrutinised during a physical inspection. The recorded mileage of 40,665 miles over approximately four years equates to an annual usage of around 10,166 miles, which sits broadly within the typical range for a vehicle of this age and class. There are no significant gaps in recorded mileage or signs of rapid accumulation that would suggest motorway fleet use or short-run town driving extremes. This level of usage generally implies steady wear on consumables such as brake pads, discs, tyres, and minor service items, rather than the accelerated wear associated with very high mileages or the corrosion and fluid degradation concerns associated with prolonged standing. Nonetheless, a four-year-old premium vehicle should have a complete main dealer or specialist service history, and any missing service stamps, particularly for the MHEV mild hybrid system and DSG-style automatic gearbox, should be verified. The failure recorded on 10 October 2025 included a Major defect concerning the nearside front outer drive shaft constant velocity boot, which was split or insecure to the point of no longer preventing the ingress of dirt and moisture. A split CV boot is a serious matter because once the protective rubber gaiter is compromised, grit and water enter the joint, rapidly accelerating wear on the internal CV balls and races, ultimately leading to complete joint failure. Any prospective buyer should physically inspect both front CV boots for fresh grease deposits, cracks, perished rubber, or incorrectly refitted retaining clips, and listen for rhythmic clicking or knocking from the front suspension area during tight low-speed turns, which would indicate advanced joint damage. The nearside front boot must have been replaced prior to the subsequent Pass, and an invoice or warranty record for this work should be obtained. The minor defect recorded at the same test was a defective front windscreen wiper blade, which is a trivial consumable item easily replaced and of no mechanical consequence, though it may simply reflect general attention to detail. Given the vehicle's age and moderate mileage, a thorough physical inspection should also cover age-related degradation items not necessarily flagged at MOT. Tyres should be checked for sidewall perishing and cracking, particularly if the car has stood for extended periods, and the 12V battery and the MHEV system lithium-ion components should be tested for healthy state of charge, as hybrid auxiliary systems are sensitive to irregular use. Brake discs should be examined for lipping, surface corrosion, and binding calipers, particularly if the vehicle has seen short trips, while all fluids including brake fluid, coolant, and the DSG transmission oil should be confirmed as within their calendar-based replacement intervals regardless of mileage. A thorough road test should include smooth acceleration to confirm DSG gearshift quality, steady braking from speed to detect any shudder or pulling, and careful listening for any suspension clonks over uneven surfaces that might indicate worn bushes or anti-roll bar links typical of a four-year-old sporting chassis.