2009 Audi A3 1.6L Petrol · XL59 SHA

The 2026‑01‑08 MOT passed the 2009 Audi A3 at 182,698 miles, confirming that the vehicle remains roadworthy despite recorded tyre wear on both front tyres and a central front oil leak. No major failures have been recorded since the 2020 test, indicating a relatively stable maintenance record, though recurring tyre wear and the oil leak suggest periodic neglect of consumables and fluid checks. Over the 17‑year lifespan the mileage has risen from 102,287 miles in December 2014 to 182,698 miles in January 2026, averaging roughly 10,747 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. The intervals between tests are generally consistent, with the longest gap of about 13 months between the 2023 and 2024 examinations and no evidence of prolonged standing periods. A buyer should inspect the front suspension bushes, which showed deterioration in 2016 but have not been revisited, and verify that the rear brake pads and discs are within service limits after the 2023 binding notice. The repeated edge wear on the tyres points to possible mis‑alignment or suspension issues that should be checked, as does the loose backbox heatshield and damaged near‑side front wing noted in 2023 and 2024. The 2017 fuel system leak and the 2026 oil leak merit a close look for any fresh seepage. Finally, the buyer ought to examine the structural integrity of the wheel arches and chassis for rust, confirm that the headlight bracket and dip‑beam lamp are functional, and ensure that the tyre wear pattern is not accelerating, as these items have recurred across multiple test cycles.