2014 Audi Q3 2.0L Diesel · CP14 BWV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding suspension components and tyre management. While the most recent test in June 2025 at 130,889 miles passed, it returned advisories for a badly deteriorated nearside rear tyre and play in the anti-roll bar linkage. This follows a pattern of issues first noted in 2023, indicating that mechanical wear is being addressed only when it reaches the point of failure or advisory status rather than through preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical UK use for a premium SUV, averaging approximately 11,000 miles per year. There is a significant jump in usage between June 2022 (59,509 miles) and June 2024 (107,536 miles), where the vehicle covered over 48,000 miles in a single year. This high-intensity period correlates with the failure in June 2024 due to an inoperative engine management light and worn rear wishbone bushes, suggesting that the drivetrain and chassis components were subjected to heavy stress during this interval. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front and rear suspension assemblies. The record repeatedly flags corrosion on the lower spring carriers and excessive wear on rear wishbone bushes, which suggests the structural integrity of these arms is degrading. The persistent issue of inner edge tyre wear on the nearside rear tyre indicates a lingering alignment problem or a worn camber component that has not been properly rectified. Additionally, verify that the engine management light failure from June 2024 was fully resolved and that no hidden fault codes remain in the electronic control unit.