2016 Audi Q3 2.0L Diesel · RE66 ASX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a pattern of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent MOT test in February 2026 at 130,820 miles passed with advisories for play in the offside front anti-roll bar ball joint and worn front brake discs. This follows a significant failure in February 2025 where a serious fluid leak on the nearside front shock absorber and multiple illegal tyres were identified. While the immediate safety failures were addressed, the recurring nature of suspension components suggests they are reaching the end of their service life. At 130,820 miles, this ten-year-old Audi has covered a high-average distance of 13,000 miles per year. The data shows consistent high-intensity use, with 10,000 miles clocked between April 2023 and February 2024, and another 11,700 miles in the year leading up to the latest test. This level of mileage puts considerable strain on the drivetrain, suspension, and rubber wear items. The clean record in February 2024 at 110,062 miles is an outlier in a history that otherwise shows frequent issues with consumables and steering components. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the history of leaking shock absorbers and worn anti-roll bar joints indicates potential further degradation of the bushings. The front brake discs are already noted as worn and should be measured for minimum thickness alongside the pads. Given the repeated reports of uneven tyre wear across multiple years, a professional wheel alignment check is also essential to ensure the vehicle is not causing premature tyre failure. Check for any signs of structural corrosion on the chassis, as high-mileage vehicles often suffer from hidden rust.