2018 Audi Q2 1.4L Petrol · 5507 LJ

The vehicle presents a stable and improving mechanical trajectory, culminating in a completely clean MOT on 4 March 2026 at 27,961 miles with zero defects. While the 2025 test at 25,277 miles flagged minor advisories regarding brake disc pitting and rear tyre perishing, the subsequent pass demonstrates that these consumable items were addressed or have not deteriorated to a point of failure. The recurring mentions of front and inner brake disc wear in 2023 and 2025 suggest a historical susceptibility to surface corrosion and pitting, likely from short journeys, but the 2026 result indicates the braking hardware is currently in sound condition. The trend is resolving rather than worsening. Accumulating just 27,961 miles over eight years equates to roughly 3,495 miles annually, marking this Q2 as exceptionally low-mileage. The record shows consistent incremental jumps: 14,698 miles in March 2022, 18,396 miles in March 2023, 22,180 miles in March 2024, 25,277 miles in March 2025, and 27,961 miles in March 2026. This steady accumulation of approximately 3,000 to 3,800 miles per year points to light, regular use rather than long periods of dormancy, though the absolute low mileage means components like tyres and brake discs may suffer from age-related deterioration and surface corrosion rather than sheer wear. A physical inspection should focus on the condition of the brake discs and tyres, as the MOT history highlights a recurring theme of pitting and age-related wear. The tester flagged inner brake disc scoring in both 2023 and 2025, a common issue on lightly used vehicles where disc surfaces corrode from condensation and standing. Examine the inner faces of the front and rear discs for heavy pitting or rust that might not yet trigger a failure but compromises braking efficiency. Check the date codes on all four tyres; the 2025 advisory for rear tyre cracking and perishing, combined with the 2023 advisory for front tyres worn to 3mm, suggests the rubber is aging out rather than wearing out. Look closely at the sidewalls for perishing and verify tread depth across the inner edges, as uneven wear can indicate suspension geometry issues or simple under-inflation during prolonged parking.