2018 Audi Q2 1.0L Petrol · SW18 UAP

A pattern of progressive tyre deterioration sits at the centre of this Q2's roadworthiness record, alongside the first signs of brake wear on the front axle. Across the four recorded tests spanning 2023 to mid-2026, the most recent pass on 22 June 2026 was accompanied by an advisory for both front brake discs being worn, pitted or scored, although not considered seriously weakened at that point, and a repeat advisory regarding deterioration of the rear registration plate. The earlier history shows a cluster of rear tyre advisories in 2023 and 2024, culminating in a failure on 9 July 2025 where the offside rear tyre was classified as dangerous due to exposed ply or cords and structural tearing, while the nearside rear tyre was also flagged as worn to its legal limit and containing a nail. The vehicle passed a retest the following day after the dangerous items were presumably rectified, though the recurring rear registration plate deterioration has now been noted at three consecutive tests. The trajectory suggests that consumable wear, particularly on tyres and increasingly the front braking system, is becoming more frequent rather than resolving. Annual mileage of roughly 8,186 miles over the vehicle's eight-year life is broadly consistent with typical usage for a car of this age, and there are no extended gaps in testing that would imply long periods off the road. The steady accumulation from the 2023 test through to the recorded 65,490 miles suggests the vehicle has remained in regular service, which is mechanically relevant given that brake components, tyres and suspension items wear in proportion to use and time. Although the overall mileage is not excessive, the advisory density on wear-related items over a relatively modest annual distance indicates that components are being replaced or allowed to wear down at a pace worth monitoring. Buyers should expect ongoing attention to consumables and should not assume low mileage automatically equates to minimal mechanical upkeep given the existing advisories. The front brake discs flagged as pitted and scored on the most recent test warrant close physical inspection. Pitting of this nature often produces a perceptible vibration or pulsation through the brake pedal under firm application, and in more advanced cases can generate a grinding or uneven contact sensation. The discs should be measured for remaining thickness against the manufacturer's minimum specification, as severely scored discs may require replacement rather than skimming, particularly if the corrosion extends to the inner face. Brake pad condition should also be verified, since the rear pads were already noted as wearing thin in 2023 and front pads will likely have followed a similar trajectory. The repeated rear tyre wear pattern, including edge wear across all four tyres in 2024 and the dangerous failure in 2025, points towards possible alignment or suspension geometry concerns that any test drive should explore. On the road, listen for clonking or knocking from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, check for uneven steering pull to either side, and inspect the inner and outer edges of the tyres for feathering or one-sided wear which can indicate worn wishbone bushes, tie rod ends or tracking misalignment. Verify that all four tyres are of matching brand, size and tread depth, as mixed fitments can mask ongoing geometry issues. Finally, confirm the rear number plate condition directly, as it has been flagged at three consecutive tests and may soon require replacement to remain fully legible, and inspect the sidewalls of the current tyres carefully for any bulges or cracking consistent with age-related degradation.