2017 Audi Q3 2.0L Petrol · SW17 DZC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on April 1, 2026, but the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. A failure just one month prior on March 30, at 17,098 miles, was due to a fractured nearside front coil spring. While the repair was immediately addressed, the presence of a structural suspension failure suggests that components are only replaced once they reach a critical point of collapse. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,900 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between the June 2024 test at 7,860 miles and the June 2025 test at 12,708 miles, representing only 4,842 miles in twelve months. This low-frequency use often leads to degradation of rubber-based components due to age, which is consistent with the recurring advisories regarding tyre condition noted over the last three years. A buyer must inspect the front suspension assembly closely, as the record shows recurring issues with the nearside front tyre across 2023, 2024, and 2025. The advisories for perishing and cracking indicate that the tyres have sat for long periods, leading to dry rot despite low tread depth. Beyond the spring, the inspection should check for perished rubber bushings and seized brake calipers, as low-mileage vehicles frequently suffer from surface corrosion and lack of brake use.