2013 AUDI Q53.0L Diesel

The vehicle is currently not roadworthy; the most recent MOT on 2025‑07‑15 at 67,304 miles failed because the nearside front suspension arm ball joint was likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)). The maintenance trend shows a clear worsening: earlier tests through 2024 recorded only minor advisories such as tyre wear, brake disc wear and a windscreen washer jet fault, whereas the latest result introduces a structural suspension defect that compromises safety. Mileage accumulation has been modest, rising from 12,946 miles in June 2016 to 67,304 miles in July 2025—an average of roughly 5,200 miles per year for a 13‑year‑old Audi Q5. The annual MOT entries indicate regular testing, and the back‑to‑back pass/fail on the same date in 2025 reflects a retest after the suspension failure rather than a sudden mileage surge. The low annual mileage suggests light use, yet the pattern of wear on tyres and brakes points to uneven maintenance over the years. A buyer should inspect the front suspension assembly for play or wear in the ball joint and control arm bushings, verify that the brake discs and pads are within acceptable thickness and show even contact, and examine all tyres for tread depth, sidewall cracking and uneven wear. The windscreen washer system should be tested for full operation on both sides. A professional suspension alignment check and brake performance test are advisable before any purchase to confirm that the failure has been properly rectified.