2019 Audi Q5 2.0L Diesel · SU 5728

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test on 13 January 2026 at 46,460 miles flagged an advisory for thin front brake pads. While the car passed without failures, the appearance of this defect indicates that the braking system is reaching the end of a service interval, following a period of clean records in previous years. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-useage vehicle, averaging approximately 6,600 miles per year. Between the January 2022 test at 15,806 miles and the January 2026 test at 46,460 miles, the vehicle covered 30,654 miles, maintaining a steady usage profile. This low mileage generally suggests less wear on high-stress components like the engine and turbo, though it can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber-based components and seals if the car sits stationary for extended periods. A buyer should pay close attention to the suspension and wheel alignment during a physical inspection. The January 2024 test at 31,199 miles noted that both rear tyres were worn close to the legal limit and showed edge wear, which is a classic symptom of incorrect camber settings or worn suspension bushes. Furthermore, the 2022 advisory regarding wheels protruding beyond the wheel arches suggests the vehicle may have had non-standard wheel fitments or aftermarket modifications, which require a check to ensure structural integrity and that there is no mechanical rubbing against the bodywork. Given the advisory for thin front brake pads in the latest record, a thorough measurement of the remaining disc thickness is necessary to ensure they are not scored or prematurely thinned. The history of tyre wear in 2024 suggests that previous owners may have neglected basic maintenance until a component failed or needed to be replaced. Inspect the current set of tyres for even wear across all axles and verify that the wheel fitment issues have been rectified to meet legal safety standards.