2015 Audi Q5 3.0L Diesel · AG55 TAT

Widespread wear across multiple suspension arm pins and bushes represents the primary mechanical concern for this vehicle, as evidenced by the five separate advisories recorded during the most recent test on 21 April 2026. While the vehicle passed this inspection, the cumulative nature of these advisories suggests that the front suspension bushings are reaching the end of their service life. This follows a three-year period of clean MOT results between 2022 and 2025, indicating that the current degradation of the suspension components is a recent development rather than a long-term chronic issue. The vehicle has covered 131,202 miles over its eleven-year lifespan, which equates to an average annual accumulation of approximately 11,927 miles. This usage pattern is consistent with typical UK driving requirements for a premium SUV of this age. Mechanically, this level of mileage suggests that while the vehicle has not been subjected to excessive high-speed motorway transit, the components are subject to standard wear and tear associated with regular use, which aligns with the recent findings regarding the degradation of rubber suspension elements. A prospective buyer should pay close attention to the handling and auditory feedback during a test drive to assess the severity of the flagged suspension wear. Given the advisories for both nearside and offside front upper and lower suspension arm pins and bushes, listen for rhythmic knocking, clunking, or creaking sounds when driving over uneven road surfaces or speed bumps. Additionally, pay attention to the steering precision; worn bushes can lead to a vague steering feel, slight wandering at cruising speeds, or a noticeable pull to one side if the wear is asymmetrical. The specific mention of both upper and lower arm bushings on both sides of the front axle means that the entire front suspension geometry is potentially affected. During the test drive, it is advisable to perform several low-speed turns and sudden braking manoeuvres to check for any shuddering or instability that might indicate the bushings have progressed beyond the advisory stage. If the steering feels disconnected or if there is any vibration through the steering wheel, it would indicate that the component wear has exceeded the levels recorded in the April 2026 MOT.