2013 Audi Q3 2.0L Diesel · BF63 LBZ

A fractured off‑side front coil spring recorded at the September 2026 MOT flags a serious front‑suspension weakness that must be resolved before the car can be considered road‑worthy; the same test also listed near‑identical front‑tyre wear and damage advisories and a rear‑brake‑disc condition that, while not a failure, is approaching the limit of acceptability. Earlier MOTs show a clean record in 2021 and 2024, but from 2022 onward a pattern of tyre‑edge wear, rear‑suspension arm corrosion and rear‑coil‑spring corrosion began to appear, culminating in the current major suspension defect. At 105 859 mi the vehicle averages roughly 8 100 mi per year, a figure that sits within normal UK usage for a thirteen‑year‑old car. There are no prolonged gaps in the MOT history, indicating the vehicle has been regularly tested each year. The mileage level suggests that consumables such as tyres, brake discs and suspension components will be approaching the end of their service lives, especially given the documented wear on the front tyres and the pitted rear brake disc. When inspecting the car, pay particular attention to the front suspension: a broken coil spring can cause a noticeable clunk or knock when driving over bumps, uneven tyre wear, and a loose feeling in the steering. Verify that the front tyres have sufficient tread depth and no sidewall cracking beyond the advisory notes; any bulging or excessive vibration at highway speed would confirm the need for replacement. The rear brake disc, flagged as worn and scored, should be examined for thickness and surface condition; a pulsating brake pedal or squealing noise would indicate that resurfacing or replacement is required. The corrosion noted on both rear suspension arms and coil springs should be inspected visually for rust penetration; any looseness or play in the rear wheels when rocked by hand would point to weakened mounting points. The dual‑wiper failure recorded in 2022 suggests that the current windscreen wipers may not clear the glass effectively; a simple functional test of the wipers under rain or with a spray bottle will reveal whether they need replacement. Overall, the vehicle requires a thorough mechanical appraisal focused on the front coil spring, front tyres, rear brake disc, and any corroded rear suspension elements before a confident purchase can be made.