2012 Audi Q3 2.0L Diesel · AF62 VNK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a clean pass in March 2025 at 135,761 miles. However, the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. The significant failure in March 2025, just nine days before the pass, highlighted multiple critical defects including a fractured coil spring, a failing anti-roll bar linkage, and an illegally worn front tyre. While these issues were rectified to secure the certificate, the record suggests the owner only addresses mechanical faults when forced by the MOT tester. At 135,761 miles, the Audi has averaged approximately 9,700 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage patterns for a vehicle of this age. There is a notable four-year gap between the November 2021 test and the March 2025 test, during which the vehicle covered over 21,000 miles. This period of consistent use suggests regular operation, but the high total mileage accelerates the wear on rubber components and suspension bushings, as evidenced by the structural failures in the most recent 2025 inspection. A buyer must perform a thorough inspection of the front suspension to ensure that the replacement coil spring and anti-roll bar linkage were fitted correctly and that no other components are perishing. The 2021 advisory noted pitted and scored brake discs on both rear axles, which indicates that the braking system may suffer from corrosion or infrequent use; check the current thickness of the pads and the condition of the calipers now. Given the previous failure of the headlamp leveling device and washers in 2025, verify that all electrical and lighting systems are fully functional to avoid recurring minor failures.