2012 Audi Q5 2.0L Diesel · AM11 WAX

Front-end component wear defines the recent mechanical history of this vehicle, with multiple failures in 2025 concerning the drivetrain and suspension linkages. The record shows a progression of deterioration regarding the nearside front constant velocity boot, which moved from a minor advisory in March 2024 to a major failure in May 2025, followed by a subsequent failure in September 2025 for excessively worn rear pins or bushes on both front lower suspension arms. These issues were resolved to achieve a clean pass on 19 September 2025. With 125,950 miles recorded over approximately 14 years, the vehicle has averaged roughly 8,996 miles per year. This level of usage is typical for its age and suggests a consistent operational history without significant periods of prolonged inactivity or excessive annual accumulation. Mechanically, this mileage indicates that high-wear consumables and chassis components, such as the recently replaced suspension bushes and CV boots, are reaching the end of their expected service life. A test drive should focus on the integrity of the recently replaced front lower suspension arms. Listen for any knocking or clunking sounds when traversing uneven road surfaces or when initiating low-speed steering manoeuvres, as these can indicate poorly fitted components or related wear in the steering rack or ball joints. Ensure there is no steering pull or instability under braking, which would suggest the alignment was not correctly reset following the suspension repairs. Attention should also be paid to the front drive shafts. While the constant velocity boot was flagged as a failure and subsequently passed, any clicking sounds during full-lock turns may indicate that the joint suffered internal damage from dirt ingress before the boot was replaced. Additionally, verify the current condition and tread depth of the nearside front tyre, as it was previously flagged for being worn close to the legal limit.