2020 Audi Q5 2.0L Petrol · AF70 OMW

The vehicle remains currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a clear trend of deferred braking maintenance. In the most recent test on August 30, 2025, 84,874 miles, the tester flagged thin brake pads across all four wheels and pitted or scored rear brake discs. This follows a similar advisory from September 2024 regarding thin front pads, indicating that the owner consistently allows brake components to reach their wear limits rather than performing preventative replacements. The mileage profile is high for a six-year-old vehicle, averaging over 14,000 miles per year. Between the September 2024 test at 67,121 miles and the August 2025 test at 84,874 miles, the car covered 17,753 miles in just eleven months. This rapid accumulation puts significant strain on heavy-duty suspension components and the drivetrain, which explains the accelerated wear on the braking system noted in the MOT records. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the braking system to ensure the flagged discs and pads have been replaced since the last test. Given the high mileage and the recurring wear issues, attention should also be paid to the suspension bushings and control arms, which often show signs of premature failure on Audi models at these distances. The presence of a child seat during the 2025 test also prevented a full inspection of the adult seat belt, so a manual check of the belt mechanism and webbing integrity is required.