2022 Audi Q2 1.5L Petrol · GL22 SXC

The 2022 Audi Q2 presents as fundamentally sound but with a notable recent defect that demands attention. The most recent MOT, conducted on 5 May 2026 at 24,538 miles, passed on the same day after an initial failure. This same-day retest and pass indicates the defect was rectified promptly, suggesting a responsive owner. The maintenance trend is stable, with only one notable failure point in the recorded history. The vehicle's mileage accumulation is consistent and unremarkable. Between the March 2025 test at 22,949 miles and the May 2026 test at 24,538 miles, the vehicle covered 1,589 miles over approximately 14 months. This is a relatively low annual rate of around 1,360 miles per year during that period, though the overall lifetime average of roughly 6,134 miles per year remains typical. The gap between these two tests is longer than the standard annual interval, but no significant mileage spike or suspiciously rapid accumulation is evident from the sparse two-test history. The critical finding from the May 2026 failure is a Nearside Front Tyre with exposed ply or cords. This is a serious structural failure of the tyre carcass, not a simple tread depth issue. While the tyre was clearly replaced for the retest, a buyer should inspect the full set of tyres for uneven wear patterns that could indicate misalignment or suspension geometry issues. The child seat obstruction noted in both May 2026 tests prevented a full inspection of the rear adult seat belts. A buyer must physically verify the condition and retraction of all rear seat belts, as a trapped or damaged belt is a significant safety defect. Given the vehicle's age and the nature of the tyre failure, a thorough inspection of the suspension bushes, ball joints, and brake components is advisable to rule out any underlying wear that could have contributed to the tyre's catastrophic failure.