2017 Audi Q2 1.0L Petrol · OW17 LPL

The 2017 Audi Q2 presents a clean bill of health across its entire MOT history, with the most recent test on 27 May 2025 at 48,573 miles passing with zero defects. Every recorded test since August 2021 has returned a pass with no advisories or failures, indicating a stable and well-maintained vehicle with no recurring mechanical or structural issues. The maintenance trend is firmly stable, with no evidence of deterioration or emerging faults. The mileage accumulation is notably low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,397 miles per year. Between the August 2021 test at 30,094 miles and the May 2025 test at 48,573 miles, the car covered just 18,479 miles over nearly four years, suggesting either very light use or extended periods of inactivity. The annual increments are consistent, with no sudden spikes in mileage accumulation that would indicate a change in usage pattern. The record is clean and complete, with no gaps in the MOT history that would raise concern. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should still carry out a thorough in-person inspection focused on components that degrade with age and low mileage use rather than just mileage alone. Suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers can perish from age and standing, particularly on a car that may have spent long periods parked. Tyre sidewall condition and date codes deserve close attention, as older tyres with adequate tread can still present a safety risk. Brake discs and pads should be inspected for surface corrosion, which is common on lightly used vehicles and can cause binding or uneven braking even when the MOT found no fault. The exhaust system and underbody should be checked for corrosion, as short-trip driving accelerates moisture buildup and rust formation in catalytic converters, box sections, and subframes. A test drive over varied road surfaces will reveal any suspension clunks, steering vagueness, or drivetrain vibrations that a static inspection might miss.