2012 Audi Q3 2.0L Diesel · ML12 MPY

The vehicle is currently unroadworthy following a failed MOT test on June 3, 2026, 129,398 miles. While the previous three years showed a period of clean passes, the most recent result indicates a shift toward a worsening maintenance trend. The simultaneous failure of a fractured offside rear coil spring, thin nearside rear brake pads, and a perished tyre sidewall suggests that components are being neglected until the point of failure. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,200 miles per year. Between March 2024 at 111,842 miles and June 2026 at 129,398 miles, the car covered over 17,500 miles, representing typical usage levels. However, the lack of advisories between 2022 and 2025 suggests that the vehicle was operated without proactive preventative maintenance, focusing only on passing the annual test until the recent mechanical breakdowns. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the rear suspension geometry, as a broken coil spring often causes uneven wear on associated bushes and shock absorbers. The report of thin brake pads and a perished sidewall necessitates a full check of the braking system for seized calipers or scored discs across all wheels. Given the age and mileage, pay close attention to the rubber components and structural integrity for hidden corrosion, which was not specifically highlighted in the recent failure.