2013 Audi A3 1.4L Petrol · YN63 CVH

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding suspension components. While the car passed its most recent test in October 2025 at 86,471 miles, it had failed that same session due to a serious fluid leak on the nearside rear shock absorber and a non-functional offside windscreen wiper. The progression from light oil misting in 2022 to a terminal leak by 2025 indicates a failing shock absorber assembly. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,650 miles per year. The record shows steady usage, moving from 69,083 miles in 2022 to 78,692 miles in 2024, and reaching 86,471 miles by 2025. This low annual mileage suggests the car has not been heavily utilised, which often explains age-related degradation of rubber components despite the low odometer. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of all four tyres, as the tester flagged cracking or perishing across the entire set in both 2024 and 2025. This recurring advisory suggests the rubber is drying out due to age rather than tread depth. Additionally, the rear shock absorbers should be verified to ensure the nearside unit was replaced and that the offside unit is not also showing signs of failure. The brake pads, which were noted as thin in 2024, require a check for remaining life to ensure they are not nearing immediate replacement.