2011 AUDI Q52.0L Diesel

The Audi Q5 presents a currently roadworthy status with a stable maintenance trend, evidenced by the most recent DVSA test on 4 September 2025 at 93,204 miles where the vehicle passed with no defects recorded. Earlier that same day a failure entry appears with no defects listed, an administrative anomaly rather than a mechanical fault. Across the preceding tests from 30 June 2023 through 27 August 2024, the vehicle secured passes with zero advisories, indicating no escalating wear patterns. Mileage accumulation aligns with typical use for a 2011 model. The record shows 85,788 miles on 30 June 2023, rising to 86,944 miles on 15 September 2023, then 90,236 miles on 27 August 2024, and 93,204 miles on 4 September 2025. That equates to roughly three thousand miles in the twelve months before the latest test, below the average annual figure of 6,214 implied across its life. The sparse but clean history suggests previous owners conducted statutory testing punctually and the car endured light yearly running rather than high-load commuting. Despite the absence of recorded advisories, a buyer should physically inspect common fatigue points on a fifteen-year-old Q5. The tester did not flag suspension bushes or coil springs, yet these components often degrade silently between tests. Examine front control arm bushes for play and check rear subframe for corrosion. Brake discs and calipers should be assessed for binding, particularly given the low mileage which can promote surface rust. Verify exhaust emissions under warm operating conditions even though the test cited no faults. The clean MOT ledger with no minor consumable failures such as tyre tread or wiper blades implies either meticulous pre-test preparation or very gentle use. Lack of advisories does not confirm deep mechanical servicing, so prospective buyers should commission an independent inspection to validate structural integrity beyond the DVSA snapshot.