2022 Audi Q3 S Line 35 Tfsi 1.5L Petrol · SN22 CBL

The most recent MOT on 2026-05-26 resulted in a failure due to nearside rear brake pads measuring 1.1mm, below the 1.5mm legal minimum. This indicates significant wear in a short period, as the prior MOT in 2025-06-07 noted rear brake pads at 2mm, which was already considered "wearing thin." The rapid deterioration suggests a potential issue with brake system maintenance or driving conditions. The 2025 MOT also flagged nearside and offside front tyres at 1.6mm, approaching the legal limit of 1.6mm for tread depth. While no tyre-related failures were recorded in the 2026 test, the earlier warnings highlight a pattern of component wear that aligns with the vehicle’s average annual mileage of ~6,966 miles. This rate of use is typical for a four-year-old car, but the brake pad decline implies accelerated wear that may not be fully explained by mileage alone. The trend in brake pad thickness shows a clear worsening: from 2mm in 2025 to 1.1mm in 2026, a reduction of 0.9mm in 11 months. This suggests either insufficient maintenance, excessive braking, or underlying mechanical stress. No other major defects were recorded in the MOT history, but the recurring focus on braking components and tyres indicates a risk of further safety-critical failures if not addressed. Mileage of 27,862 miles for a 2022 model is consistent with average usage, neither unusually low nor high. However, the brake pad wear rate implies potential hard use or neglect, as 1.1mm is dangerously close to failure.