2019 Audi Q2 1.6L Diesel · SW68 XGJ

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive ownership. While it passed its latest test in April 2025 at 78,075 miles, it had failed just six days prior for multiple critical defects. The recent presence of a serious fluid leak on the nearside front shock absorber alongside failed functional components like the windscreen washer and central wing mirror suggests that the previous owner only addressed faults when necessary to pass the annual test, rather than performing routine preventative maintenance. At 78,075 miles over seven years, the Audi Q2 averages approximately 11,150 miles per year, which aligns with typical national averages for its age. There is a significant gap of nearly 19,000 miles between the January 2023 test at 53,419 miles and the January 2024 test at 72,655 miles. This high rate of annual usage explains the rapid wear observed on consumables, particularly the brake pads and tyres which reached their legal limits simultaneously during the 2024 inspection. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the suspension system, as the failed shock absorber leak noted in 2025 often indicates wider wear on the remaining dampers, bushings, and joints. The recurring issues with tyre perishing and structural damage across 2023 and 2025 suggest a neglect of basic vehicle care, so the age and tread depth of all four tyres should be checked for cracking or uneven wear. Additionally, the brake system requires verification for even pad wear, and the headlamp alignment must be properly adjusted, given the recent failure for incorrect aim and defective lenses.