2018 Audi A3 1.5L Petrol · YM67 WCW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful test on 19 January 2026 at 36,489 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a recent decline in attention regarding safety-critical consumables. While the previous three years of testing passed without defects, the failure on 17 January 2026 revealed multiple issues related to tyre condition and the tyre pressure monitoring system, indicating that basic upkeep had been neglected immediately prior to the most recent inspection. The mileage profile is notably low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,500 miles per year. The data shows consistent but slow usage between 2023 and 2025, where the car covered only 7,733 miles in two years. The jump of 12,249 miles between January 2025 and January 2026 suggests a more recent increase in usage or a long-distance trip period, which likely explains the sudden wear across the entire tyre set identified during the January 2026 failure. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the tyres, as the recent failure flagged a damaged nearside rear tyre with exposed cords and three other tyres worn to the legal limit. The pattern of uneven wear on the front tyres suggests potential alignment issues or worn suspension bushes that require investigation. The tyre pressure monitoring system also needs verification to ensure functionality, as this was a primary reason for the most recent failure. Given the low annual mileage, the inspector should also check for rubber degradation, such as seals and hoses, which can perish on vehicles that sit stationary for extended periods.