2014 Audi Q3 2.0L Diesel · 57 T

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than preventative care. While the most recent MOT test in August 2025 at 106,512 miles passed, it revealed immediate advisories regarding both rear tyres being near the legal limit and showing uneven wear. This follows a period of mechanical failure in 2022 due to worn front suspension arm bushes and a leaking shock absorber, suggesting that components are only addressed once they reach a point of significant failure. The mileage profile is consistent with a typical-use vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 8,900 miles per year. There is a notable gap of roughly 6,000 miles between August 2022 (88,786 miles) and August 2023 (94,937 miles), followed by a steady increase in usage since. The vehicle covered nearly 10,000 miles in the nine months between the November 2024 test and the August 2025 test, reaching the current reading of 106,512 miles. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the rear suspension geometry and corrosion. The history shows recurring corrosion on both the nearside and offside rear suspension arms across 2023 and 2024; while not classified as seriously weakened at the time, the persistence of this issue suggests the components may be prone to environmental degradation. The light misting on the nearside front shock absorber noted in 2022 should be checked again to ensure it has not progressed to a full seal failure. The uneven wear noted on the rear tyres in the latest test often points to alignment issues or worn suspension components that require adjustment. Physical inspection of the front arm bushes for play is essential, as these were the primary cause of failure previously. Given the history of suspension-related declines, a budget should be allocated for potential replacement of rubber components to ensure vehicle stability and safety.