2003 Audi A3 1.9L Diesel · YP03 KLL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 11 June 2025 at 144,351 miles with no recorded defects. The maintenance trend shows signs of improvement following a period of mechanical instability. While the 2023 and 2024 tests highlighted multiple suspension and sealing issues, the clean sheet from the latest inspection indicates that the current owner has addressed the previously flagged advisories and failure-related faults. At 23 years old, the recorded mileage of 144,351 represents an average annual usage of approximately 6,276 miles, which is consistent with low-intensity commuter use. The data shows consistent usage patterns, with roughly 2,800 miles covered between the June 2024 and June 2025 tests. This regularity suggests the vehicle has not been subject to long periods of neglect, though the age of the car inherently increases the risk of age-related degradation in rubber components and seals regardless of the low mileage. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the suspension assembly, as the history reveals a pattern of recurring wear. The 2024 test identified worn anti-roll bar linkage bushes and a ball joint with slight play, while the 2023 failure specifically involved a fractured offside front coil spring and a worn ball joint. Although these were likely replaced, the remaining components should be checked for play or perished rubber to ensure the wear has not spread. Additionally, the oil leak noted in 2023 should be visually inspected under the engine to confirm it remains stable and has not progressed into a significant leak.