2021 Audi Q2 2.0L Petrol · AP71 BER

The most recent test on 19 November 2025 at 19,602 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects recorded, placing the vehicle in a roadworthy condition today. This outcome resolves the failure recorded just seven days earlier on 12 November 2025 at 19,495 miles, where the tester identified exposed ply cords on the nearside front tyre sidewall and excessive edge wear on both front tyres. The rapid retest and pass suggest the tyre issue was addressed immediately, though the nature of the failure points to a period of neglected basic upkeep rather than a sudden mechanical fault. Mileage accumulation remains low for the vehicle’s age. The 2024 test at 14,818 miles shows an annual increase of roughly 4,800 miles leading into the 2025 tests, consistent with the long-term average of approximately 3,900 miles per year. Such low usage often correlates with extended periods stationary, which accelerates degradation of rubber components and promotes surface corrosion on brake discs and suspension fixings. No advisories were recorded at the 2024 test, indicating the tyres passed legal limits then but deteriorated significantly within the following twelve months. A buyer should inspect the front suspension geometry and steering components closely; the pronounced edge wear on both front tyres in the 2025 failure often signals misalignment or worn suspension bushes rather than simple pressure neglect. Verify the replacement tyres match the original Audi Original Equipment specification (AO marking) and check their date codes. Examine the brake discs for pitting or lip formation caused by low-mileage corrosion, and confirm the parking brake operates freely given the vehicle’s likely standing time. The tyre sidewall damage recorded in November 2025 represented an immediate safety hazard; ensure no impact damage remains on the wheel rims.