2018 Audi Q3 1.4L Petrol · C6 TEO

The 2018 Audi Q3 currently holds an active MOT failure, recorded just six days ago on 12 June 2026 at 54,347 miles. The maintenance trend has deteriorated sharply from a previously clean record. Between 2023 and 2025, the vehicle passed three consecutive annual tests without a single defect, yet the most recent failure reveals a cluster of new faults suggesting a lapse in basic upkeep. The car is not legally roadworthy in its present state and requires immediate remedial work before it can be driven on public roads. The mileage profile is broadly consistent with light-to-moderate use. From the first recorded test on 4 April 2023 at 29,732 miles through to the June 2026 failure at 54,347 miles, the vehicle covered roughly 24,600 miles in just over three years, averaging around 8,200 miles per year. That sits slightly above the typical annual figure of 6,793 miles implied by the car’s age, pointing to sustained regular use rather than long periods of inactivity. The MOT history itself is reasonably well documented, with annual tests recorded each year and no significant gaps that would raise concern about extended periods without statutory inspection. The June 2026 failure centres heavily on the tyre and drivetrain condition. Both front tyres fell below the 1.6mm legal tread depth, the nearside rear inner tyre was also below limit, and the offside rear suffered a puncture from a nail alongside edge wear. Mismatched rear tyre sizes on the same axle compound the issue and suggest tyre replacements have been carried out haphazardly rather than as matched axle sets. A buyer should carefully inspect the entire tyre specification, checking brand, size, and date codes across all four wheels, and question whether the mismatched rear pair was a temporary fix that has persisted. The split nearside front outer CV boot is a more serious mechanical concern. Once the constant velocity boot is compromised, dirt and moisture accelerate joint wear, and a replacement joint or complete driveshaft assembly may be imminent if grinding or clicking is evident on full lock. The slightly worn nearside front shock absorber bush also warrants closer examination. While flagged as a minor defect, worn damper bushes can mask deeper suspension deterioration, so a physical inspection should cover the condition of all four dampers, top mounts, and coil springs for sag or corrosion. The earlier 2023 failure for insufficient braking efficiency, though resolved by the following year, indicates the braking system has demanded attention before. A prospective buyer should verify the condition of front and rear brake discs, pads, and calipers, checking for uneven wear or binding. Overall, the record suggests a vehicle that was well maintained through 2025 but has recently slipped into a pattern of neglected consumable and mechanical upkeep.