2012 Audi Q3 2.0L Diesel · CK55 EDY

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent passing history, though recent records indicate a recurring neglect of tyre maintenance. The most recent test on 6 January 2026 at 147,868 miles resulted in a pass, but the tester flagged both nearside and offside front tyres as being worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edges. This follows a pattern of consumable neglect seen in the 29 December 2023 failure for low tread depth and the 29 December 2021 failure where both rear tyres had exposed cords. While the vehicle has passed its inspections, the owner appears to operate the car until components reach the absolute threshold of legality. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 10,500 miles per year. The data shows steady usage, with a notable jump of 36,416 miles between the July 2020 test and the December 2021 test, followed by regular annual increments. There are no significant periods of long-term inactivity evident in the records. The current mileage of 147,868 miles is typical for a 2012 model, suggesting the drivetrain and suspension components have undergone standard wear for a high-mileage Audi. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on the suspension and steering geometry. The repeated advisory and failure notes regarding tyres being worn on the edges suggest potential issues with wheel alignment, worn suspension bushes, or failing shock absorbers that could be causing uneven tyre scrub. Given the high mileage, a thorough check of the brake discs and calipers is also necessary to ensure no binding or excessive thinning has occurred. While the MOT history is largely free of structural corrosion or serious mechanical failures, the trend of running tyres to their limits implies that other preventative maintenance items might also be deferred. I recommend checking the condition of the underside for leaks and verifying the service history to ensure that oil changes and fluid replacements have been performed more regularly than the tyre replacements.