2013 Audi Q5 2.0L Diesel · H4 ROO

Recurring suspension component wear and repeated tyre degradation represent the primary mechanical trends for this vehicle, culminating in the most recent MOT pass on 22 May 2026. While the vehicle has avoided major structural failures, the latest inspection flagged multiple advisories concerning the nearside front, offside front, and offside front lower suspension component pins or bushes. This follows a history of intermittent tyre issues, including cracking and perishing, and a previous dangerous failure in March 2023 due to front brake pads being below the 1.5 mm threshold. The pattern suggests a transition from consumable-based failures, such as brakes and tyres, toward more complex suspension component wear. The recorded mileage of 88,298 miles over a thirteen-year period indicates an average annual accumulation of approximately 6,792 miles. This usage profile is relatively low for a vehicle of this age, which can often result in components like suspension bushes and tyres perishing due to age and environmental exposure rather than high-frequency mechanical stress. While lower mileage typically implies less wear on the drivetrain and engine, the MOT history shows that rubber-based components, specifically tyres and suspension bushings, are still subject to age-related degradation, as evidenced by the repeated advisories for perishing tyres and the current suspension wear. A prospective buyer should pay close attention to the chassis and steering response during a test drive to address the current suspension advisories. The worn pins and bushes on both the front nearside and offside, as well as the offside front lower component, may manifest as knocking or clunking noises when traversing uneven road surfaces or speed bumps. Additionally, any wandering in the steering or a slight pull to one side during straight-line driving could indicate that the bushings have lost their structural integrity. It is advisable to inspect the condition of the tyres closely, specifically looking for sidewall cracking or perishing, as this has been a persistent issue throughout the recorded history. Brake system integrity should also be verified, given the previous failure for critically thin pads and the earlier advisory for wearing thin pads in 2022. During the test drive, listen for any squealing or grinding noises during deceleration and feel for any pulsation or judder through the brake pedal, which could indicate uneven disc wear. While the most recent test did not flag the braking system, the history of significant pad wear necessitates a thorough visual inspection of the remaining pad thickness and the condition of the brake discs to ensure they have not been compromised by the previous periods of low thickness.