2018 Audi Q3 1.4L Petrol · WF18 FSO

The vehicle currently holds a passing rating with a clean MOT record, but the maintenance trend is not stable; it is deteriorating. The most recent test on 2026-03-26 at 102,331 miles was passed, yet the engine oil leak was not excessive, whereas the 2023-03-30 test at 65,287 miles flagged a thin front brake pad and a pitted or scored rear brake disc. This progression suggests that the owner has likely been skipping basic upkeep, allowing wear on critical components like brake discs and oil to accumulate over time. The mileage accumulation is significant, with the vehicle averaging approximately 12,791 miles per year. The data points from 2022-03-28 to 2023-03-30 show a rapid increase in recorded miles, which correlates with the wear on structural elements such as suspension bushes and coil springs. While the 2026-03-26 test passed at a high mileage, the 2023-03-30 test at 65,287 miles indicates that the car is approaching the limits of safe operation. The rapid gap between the 2025-03-24 test (94,781 miles) and the 2023-03-30 test (65,287 miles) highlights a lack of regular servicing, which is a major red flag for a vehicle of this age. Given the current date of 2026-06-18, the vehicle is in a very vulnerable state. The combination of a thin front brake pad, a pitted rear brake disc, and rapid mileage accumulation suggests that the car is prone to catastrophic failure, particularly in the braking system. While the MOT passed in early 2026, the underlying mechanical risks are now too high to ignore. The owner must inspect the car for structural integrity, particularly the suspension and brakes, and consider whether the vehicle requires a full roadworthiness test or a complete overhaul before the 2026-06-18 deadline.