2015 Audi Q3 1.4L Petrol · DA65 YDF

A pattern of recurring advisories regarding tyre wear and brake disc condition has characterised this vehicle's recent MOT history, although the most recent test on 17 October 2025 shows no recorded defects. The record indicates a period of mechanical attention between 2021 and 2023, where issues with pitted or scored brake discs and tyre edge wear were noted, followed by a return to a clean certificate in the two most recent annual inspections. While the 2019 failure for dangerous tyre tread depth was a significant outlier, the subsequent years show a trend of addressing consumable wear before it results in a formal failure. The vehicle has covered 86,801 miles over its eleven-year lifespan, representing an average annual accumulation of approximately 7,891 miles. This usage profile is consistent with typical UK driving patterns for a mid-sized SUV of this age. This level of mileage suggests that while the vehicle has not been subjected to heavy commercial or high-intensity motorway use, the mechanical components have undergone sufficient cycles of operation to warrant close inspection of wear-related items such as suspension bushes, dampers, and drivetrain mounts. Prospective buyers should pay particular attention to the braking system and tyre wear patterns during a physical inspection and test drive. Given the previous advisories for pitted and scored rear brake discs, it is necessary to check for any signs of uneven pad wear or rhythmic pulsation through the brake pedal when decelerating from higher speeds. Additionally, the history of tyres being worn on the edges should be investigated by inspecting the current tread profile; uneven wear can indicate underlying issues with wheel alignment, worn suspension linkages, or incorrect camber settings. During the test drive, listen for any knocks or knocks from the front or rear suspension when traversing uneven surfaces, which could indicate that the previous tyre wear issues were symptomatic of worn bushings or ball joints. Ensure the steering remains centered and does not pull to either side under light braking, as this would correlate with the historical advisories regarding tyre and brake component degradation. Checking the current condition of the brake discs for surface corrosion or heavy scoring is also advised to ensure the previous advisories have been fully addressed.