2018 Audi Q5 2.0L Petrol · AS14 HCG

A consistent track record of roadworthiness defines this vehicle, which has maintained a clean testing history across its most recent five annual inspections. While a failure was recorded on 29 July 2025, the vehicle successfully cleared all defects to achieve a pass on 30 July 2025, meaning the most recent certification shows no outstanding mechanical issues or advisories. This pattern suggests that any identified faults have been addressed, resulting in a current status of zero recorded defects. The recorded mileage of 50,736 miles for an eight-year-old vehicle represents an average annual accumulation of approximately 6,342 miles. This usage pattern is consistent with typical light-to-moderate driving rather than high-intensity motorway use or extreme short-distance urban commuting. Mechanically, this level of mileage means that while major drivetrain components may not have reached their primary wear thresholds, consumables such as suspension bushes, brake pads, and tyres should be evaluated for age-related degradation alongside physical wear. Given the absence of recorded advisories for corrosion, leaks, or suspension wear in the recent MOT history, a test drive should focus on confirming the current state of the chassis and running gear. Listen for any dull knocks or clunks when traversing uneven surfaces, which could indicate the onset of wear in the control arm bushes or coil springs. Pay close attention to the steering response for any pulling to one side or vibrations through the steering wheel, which would suggest issues with wheel alignment or suspension geometry. The braking system should be assessed for any pedal judder or pulsation under deceleration, which may indicate warped brake discs or binding calipers. Since the vehicle has passed recent tests without noted issues, the primary objective is to ensure that the components currently performing within tolerance have not begun to exhibit the early symptoms of wear that have not yet reached the threshold for an official MOT advisory.