2017 Audi Q2 1.4L Petrol · J900 ACM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a clear pattern of reactive rather than preventative care. The most recent test in September 2025 at 64,676 miles flagged thin rear brake pads and perishing on both rear tyres. While the car passed the test, the recurring nature of brake-related defects suggests that the previous owner only addresses mechanical components once they reach a point of failure or near-limit thresholds. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,200 miles per year. Between September 2020 at 27,771 miles and September 2025 at 64,676 miles, the car has covered roughly 37,000 miles. This steady usage profile indicates the vehicle has not been subjected to extreme motorway stress, but the relatively low annual mileage explains the premature degradation of rubber-based components like tyres, which often perish due to age rather than tread wear when driven at these intervals. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system, as the record shows a history of worn and pitted discs dating back to 2021, culminating in a failure in 2023 for significantly worn front discs. The latest advisory on thin rear pads indicates that the entire braking circuit likely requires immediate attention to avoid damage to the calipers or rotors. Furthermore, the cracking and perishing noted on the rear tyres in 2025 suggest the rubber compound is reaching its structural limit regardless of remaining tread, necessitating a full set replacement to ensure lateral safety.