2021 Audi Q3 S Line 35 TDI S-A 2.0L Diesel · CF70 AOW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent test on January 29, 2026 at 38,744 miles, showed an initial failure due to an inoperative engine management light. While the vehicle passed upon immediate retest, the presence of multiple advisories regarding tyres, brakes, and glass suggests a worsening trend where the owner only addresses faults when they threaten an MOT pass. The mileage profile is consistent with a five-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,750 miles per year. Between February 2024 at 22,250 miles and February 2025 at 30,498 miles, the car covered 8,248 miles, indicating steady and typical usage patterns. This relatively low annual mileage generally mitigates heavy wear on the drivetrain and suspension, yet the record shows that rubber-based components and brake hardware are suffering from age-related degradation rather than just from the distance driven. A buyer must pay close attention to the braking system and tyre condition. The record flags worn rear brake discs and thin pads across the 2025 and 2026 tests, indicating that the rear assembly is nearing the end of its service life. Furthermore, the offside rear tyre showed cracking and perishing in both 2025 and 2026, suggesting the rubber is drying out due to age or exposure despite the low overall mileage. The failure of the engine management light in the January 2026 test requires a diagnostic scan to ensure no persistent fault codes were simply cleared without fixing the underlying electronic issue. The noted damage to the nearside front windscreen should be monitored for spreading cracks that could lead to a structural failure. Overall, while the vehicle appears mechanically sound, the recurring advisories indicate that the previous owner has deferred maintenance until necessary.