2016 Audi Q3 2.0L Diesel · EU16 NTO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy and demonstrates an improving maintenance trend over the last four years. The most recent test conducted in February 2026 at 71,546 miles resulted in only a minor advisory regarding a deteriorated rear registration plate. This represents a significant improvement from the 2022 inspection, which identified multiple mechanical concerns. The lack of recorded defects in the three subsequent annual tests suggests that previously identified issues were addressed effectively by the owner. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,155 miles per year. Between February 2024 and February 2026, the car covered 15,350 miles, indicating steady and predictable usage rather than long periods of inactivity or heavy commuting. This low annual mileage generally reduces wear on drivetrain components and engine internals, though it does not negate age-related degradation of rubber components and suspension bushings, which are common on low-mileage German luxury vehicles of this era. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension assembly, as the 2022 record at 40,114 miles flagged light misting on the nearside front shock absorber and worn bushes on both front lower suspension arms. While these did not reappear in later tests, a physical check should verify there are no new oil leaks or excessive play in the control arm bushings. Additionally, although the front brake pads were noted as thin in 2022, the current state of the pads and discs should be checked to ensure they were replaced during the subsequent 31,000 miles of use.