2021 Audi Q3 S Line 40 Tfsi Quattro S-A 2.0L Petrol · EO04 PAT

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent test in October 2025 at 63,766 miles revealed multiple critical failures regarding consumable components, specifically thin brake pads throughout and all four tyres reaching or nearing the legal limit. While the car passed, the volume of advisories suggests the previous owner deferred routine maintenance until the point of MOT failure rather than addressing wear between intervals. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-useage vehicle, averaging approximately 6,400 miles per year. Between October 2021 at 37,730 miles and October 2025 at 63,766 miles, the car covered roughly 26,000 miles, indicating steady but light usage. This low mileage generally preserves the drivetrain and engine internal components, though it can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber-based parts due to age, which is evident in the suspension record. A buyer must physically inspect the front suspension specifically, as both upper suspension arm pins and bushes were flagged as worn in October 2023 at 52,155 miles. Although these did not result in a failure at that time, they indicate the beginning of component fatigue in the bushings. The recurring nature of thin brake pads in both 2021 and 2025 confirms that the braking system is nearing the end of its service cycle and requires a check of the discs for scoring or uneven wear. Given the uneven wear noted on the tyres in the 2025 test, a professional alignment check is essential to ensure the geometry is not out of specification. The buyer should also verify that the rear registration plate has been replaced, as it flagged as deteriorated in 2022 and 2024. Beyond these consumable items, the record shows no structural integrity issues or major emission failures, suggesting the core chassis remains sound.