2021 Audi Q3 Sport 35 TDI 2.0L Diesel · HD21 LUT

Three consecutive MOT passes with no failures define this Audi Q3's recorded history, though the record is not entirely clean: each of the last two tests has carried a wear-related advisory, and the most recent pass on 10 June 2026 came with a note that the rear brake pads are wearing thin. The 2025 test flagged a nearside front tyre worn close to the legal limit on its edge, while the 2024 test was completely free of defects. Taken together, the trend is one of ordinary consumable wear rather than any structural or mechanical fault, but the advisories are sequential and current, meaning the braking and tyre items flagged are live considerations for a buyer rather than historical footnotes. The recorded mileage of 37,364 miles over roughly five years equates to about 7,473 miles per year, which is typical for a vehicle of this age and consistent with regular mixed use rather than prolonged standing or unusually heavy accumulation. The annual test pattern shows steady, uninterrupted use with no gaps in the MOT record, so there is no evidence of extended off-road periods that might raise concerns about seized components or deteriorated seals. At this mileage, wear on brake pads, tyres, and suspension bushes is to be expected, and the advisories recorded align with that profile rather than suggesting anything abnormal. The rear brake pad advisory is the most pressing item. A prospective buyer should establish whether the pads have been replaced since the June 2026 test; if not, they will be nearing the end of their service life and replacement should be factored into the purchase price. On a test drive, listen for any high-pitched squeal or grinding under braking, and feel for judder through the pedal or steering wheel, which could indicate disc wear or uneven pad contact. The nearside front tyre advisory from 2025, noting wear on the edge, warrants a check of the current tyres for even tread across the full width; edge wear on one corner can point to wheel alignment being out of specification, so confirm the car tracks straight on a level road without pulling to either side and that the steering wheel sits centred. Beyond the flagged items, a general inspection should cover the suspension for knocks or clunks over uneven surfaces, given the mileage now reached, and a check that the diesel engine pulls cleanly without excessive smoke under acceleration. The 2024 clean pass and the absence of any corrosion, structural, or emissions advisories across all three tests mean there is nothing in the record to suggest deeper problems, but the two outstanding wear items should be verified as resolved or priced into any negotiation before purchase.