2016 Audi Q2 1.4L Petrol · N6 OLM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the most recent MOT history indicates a sharp decline in maintenance standards. While the car passed its test in May 2026 at 79,686 miles, it failed just one day prior due to multiple safety-related defects. The transition from clean records in 2024 and 2025 to a multi-point failure in 2026 suggests the owner has neglected routine inspections and preventative repairs until the annual test deadline. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per year. Between May 2024 at 66,789 miles and May 2026 at 79,686 miles, the car covered roughly 13,000 miles, showing steady and typical usage. However, the sudden accumulation of faults at this higher mileage interval indicates that despite the low-average annual mileage, mechanical and structural components are not being proactively maintained before they reach a failure point. A physical inspection must prioritize the structural integrity of the rear axle, which was flagged for corrosion in the May 2026 test. This is a critical concern as rust on load-bearing components can progress rapidly and compromise vehicle safety. The buyer should also examine the offside front anti-roll bar linkage, which previously showed a risk of detachment, and check the condition of all four tyres. The presence of a tyre with exposed cords and a nail in the nearside front highlights a lack of basic safety checks by the previous keeper.