2017 Audi A3 2.0L Diesel · YC17 RHZ

The 2017 Audi A3 presents a stable and largely improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 2 April 2026 at 105,011 miles. The sole advisory on that most recent test was a nearside front tyre worn close to the legal limit, a minor consumable issue rather than a structural or mechanical concern. This outcome marks a clear improvement over the previous test cycle in March 2023, when the vehicle failed on four separate defects including a front oil leak and multiple tyres worn below or near the 1.6mm legal threshold. The fact that the 2024 and 2025 tests passed with zero defects suggests the oil leak was addressed and tyre condition has been managed more consistently in recent years. The mileage accumulation of roughly 11,668 miles per year is typical for a vehicle of this age and does not raise concerns about excessive wear or suspiciously low use. The interval between the March 2023 test at 77,644 miles and the February 2024 test at 89,610 miles shows approximately 11,966 miles covered in just under twelve months, which is consistent with regular daily driving. The gap between the 2025 test at 95,921 miles and the April 2026 test at 105,011 miles represents around 9,090 miles over thirteen months, a slightly reduced pace that may reflect lighter use in the most recent year. No anomalous jumps or suspiciously low intervals appear in the record. A buyer inspecting this vehicle in person should pay particular attention to the front tyre condition and wheel alignment, given the recurring pattern of uneven and premature tyre wear flagged in both the 2023 failure and the 2026 advisory. The earlier front oil leak, though it appears to have been resolved based on subsequent clean tests, warrants a close inspection of the engine bay and undertray for any fresh residue or weeping from valve cover gaskets, camshaft seals, or the oil filter housing common on this generation of Audi A3. Suspension components including front lower arm bushes and anti-roll bar links should be checked for play, as uneven tyre wear can indicate subtle geometry issues. Brake discs and pads at all four corners deserve attention given the mileage, and a brief road test will confirm whether the vehicle tracks straight and free of vibration. The overall record suggests a car that has been maintained to a reasonable standard, with the most recent test confirming it is in presentable roadworthy order.