2018 Audi A3 1.5L Petrol · WT18 GJF

The 2018 Audi A3 presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 19 July 2025 at 63,263 miles with zero defects recorded. That result is significant. It follows a period where the rear shock absorbers were repeatedly flagged for light oil misting across multiple tests, yet the most recent entry shows no such advisory, suggesting the dampers were likely replaced or reconditioned between mid-2024 and mid-2025. The wiper blade failure from the July 2024 test also cleared, indicating basic consumable upkeep has been addressed. The mileage progression tells a consistent story. From 34,575 miles on 4 July 2022 to 45,378 miles on 21 July 2023, the car covered roughly 10,800 miles in that year. It then added approximately 9,300 miles between July 2023 and July 2024, and a further 8,573 miles through to the July 2025 test. The annual accumulation has gradually tapered, which is typical as vehicles age, and the overall average of around 7,900 miles per year sits comfortably within normal use for an eight-year-old vehicle. There are no suspicious gaps in the MOT record that would suggest prolonged standing or clocking concerns. The recurring rear shock absorber advisories spanning three consecutive tests between 2023 and 2024 warrant a close physical inspection, even though the issue no longer appears. A buyer should examine the rear suspension for fresh component finishes, check for uneven tyre wear that might indicate lingering alignment or damping issues, and verify the condition of the rear coil springs and top mounts. The repeated rear tyre wear down to 2.3mm, noted on 21 July 2023, points to a period where tyre maintenance was neglected, so the current tyre set should be checked for edge wear and date codes. Beyond that, the clean 2025 result gives reasonable confidence in the car's structural integrity and mechanical condition at present, but a test drive over broken surfaces will confirm whether the rear suspension remains quiet and composed.