2010 AUDI Q52.0L DIESEL

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 2025-03-10 at 213,087 miles, but only after failing the same day due to a non-functional nearside stop lamp and an inoperative engine MIL. This indicates a recent, isolated failure that was promptly rectified, suggesting the car is currently roadworthy but requires verification that both the bulb and emissions monitoring system were properly repaired. The maintenance trend is stable overall, with no prior defects recorded in the last four tests, and no structural or safety-critical faults appearing in the record. The mileage of 213,087 miles over 16 years equates to an average of 13,318 miles annually, which is high for a 2010 Audi Q5 and consistent with regular, heavy usage. There is a notable gap between the 2023 and 2025 tests—18 months—unusual for a vehicle of this age and usage, yet the mileage increase during that period was minimal (just 364 miles), implying the car may have been parked or driven sparingly before the 2025 test. The absence of any mileage anomalies or sudden spikes suggests the odometer reading is reliable. A buyer must inspect the nearside stop lamp circuit thoroughly, including wiring, bulb holder, and fuse, as this failure reoccurred at the same mileage as the previous test, hinting at a persistent fault. The engine MIL failure is more concerning—it points to an unresolved emissions or sensor issue that may affect performance or fuel economy, and could mask deeper engine faults. Given the high mileage, the suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake calipers should be checked for wear or binding, especially since no brake-related advisories were ever recorded despite the mileage. The exhaust system and structural corrosion, particularly around wheel arches and subframe mounts, must be examined closely, as these are common failure points on high-mileage Q5s of this era.