2016 Audi Q3 1.4L Petrol · LO65 FFE

The 2016 Audi Q3 currently holds a valid MOT pass dated 26 January 2026 at 94,031 miles, which is remarkably recent relative to today's date of June 2026. The maintenance trend over the past two years is broadly stable, though not without recurring attention to front-end wear items. The vehicle failed its initial attempt on 26 January 2026 at 94,029 miles for four separate defects, then passed a retest just two miles later on the same day. This pattern indicates the previous owner addressed failures promptly rather than ignoring them. The most recent advisory, a worn front brake disc flagged at the January 2026 pass, is minor and within acceptable limits but worth monitoring at the next service interval. The mileage accumulation of roughly 9,400 miles per year over ten years is entirely typical for a vehicle of this age and class. The record shows a notable gap between November 2024 at 79,333 miles and November 2025 at 92,242 miles, representing approximately 12,900 miles covered in that single twelve-month period. This suggests heavier use during that period, possibly from commuting or long-distance driving, which would accelerate wear on consumable components such as tyres, brakes, and suspension bushes. The MOT record itself is reasonably well-documented with consecutive annual tests, giving a reliable picture of the vehicle's condition trajectory. A buyer inspecting this Q3 in person should focus on the front suspension and steering components. The January 2026 failure flagged excessively worn suspension arm pins or bushes on both sides, which directly affects steering precision, tyre wear patterns, and overall handling stability. While this was rectified for the retest, the underlying condition suggests the vehicle has been driven on worn bushes for some time. Inspect the front lower arms, track rod ends, and anti-roll bar links for play or deterioration. Check the inner edges of both front tyres for uneven wear, as the November 2025 advisory noted both were worn close to the legal limit on their edges, consistent with misalignment or worn suspension geometry. The front braking system also warrants close inspection. The January 2026 pass advisory noted a worn front brake disc, and the failure on the same date referenced the same item. Combined with the rapid mileage accumulation in 2025, this suggests the braking components are working harder than average. Have a technician measure disc thickness and check pad condition. The windscreen washer and headlamp cleaning system faults from the 2024 test were resolved, but verify both systems function correctly, as washer jet misalignment often recurs. Overall, the record reflects a vehicle that has been maintained reactively rather than proactively, with front-end wear being the dominant theme.