2009 Audi Q5 2.0L Diesel · AV09 WOU

The most recent MOT test on this 2009 Audi Q5 was conducted on 9 December 2025, resulting in a Pass with no defects or advisories recorded, and the previous two tests in October 2024 and October 2023 were likewise passed without comment. Across the eight recorded tests since 2019, the vehicle has consistently passed at the first attempt, with only a single failure in July 2021 relating to an insecure central exhaust silencer, which was presumably rectified prior to the same-day Pass recorded against that date. The overall maintenance trend therefore appears stable and well-managed, particularly given the three most recent consecutive clean tests. The advisories from 2022 concerning rear tyre wear and perishing were addressed before the subsequent examinations, indicating reasonable attention to consumable replacement. There are no structural corrosion advisories, no ongoing brake warnings, and no recurring suspension or emissions defects, which is reassuring for a vehicle of this age. Recorded mileage stands at 198,555 miles over approximately seventeen years, giving an annual average of around 11,680 miles per year, which is broadly typical for a vehicle of this vintage and indicates consistent regular use rather than long periods of standing. The mileage progression between tests appears continuous, suggesting the vehicle has been driven regularly throughout its life. Regular use of this nature tends to keep mechanical components such as the brakes, clutch, drivetrain, and suspension working and free from the seizing issues that can afflict low-mileage or stored vehicles. However, a 2009 Q5 with nearly 200,000 miles will inevitably have accrued significant wear on high-stress components including the timing chain, turbocharger, dual-clutch or automatic transmission, transfer box, and suspension bushes, all of which warrant thorough inspection regardless of the clean MOT record. Given the tyre-related advisories recorded in both 2019 and 2022, particularly the cracking and perishing on the rear tyres noted in 2022, it is prudent to inspect all four tyres carefully for age-related sidewall perishing and tread depth, as rubber compounds degrade with calendar age as well as mileage. Check the production date markings on the sidewalls and confirm the tyres are no older than six years of age, as standing or slow-driven vehicles are particularly susceptible to premature rubber deterioration. Although the recent MOTs have not flagged brake issues, the 2019 advisory noted rear brake pads wearing thin across the axle and front tyre wear on the nearside edge; on a test drive, listen for any grinding, squealing, or pulsing through the brake pedal, and verify that the vehicle pulls evenly under braking. Given the high overall odometer reading, a comprehensive inspection of the brake discs for lipping and the calipers for binding or seized slide pins is advisable, particularly after periods of wet weather use. Beyond the specific items flagged in the MOT history, a buyer should give close attention to several age-and-mileage-related concerns typical of a high-mileage Q5 of this generation. The timing chain and associated tensioners are a recognised wear item on the 2.0 TFSI and 3.0 TDI engines fitted to this model, and any rattle on cold start, rough running, or dashboard warning lights should be investigated immediately. Inspect the underside for any seepage from the transfer box, rear differential, or oil cooler lines, and check the condition of the suspension coil springs and control arm bushes, which can crack or perish with age and contribute to uneven tyre wear. Verify the 12V battery state of health, as the original specification unit will almost certainly have been replaced; confirm the service book stamps for recent cambelt or chain inspection, fluid changes for the transmission and haldex coupling if four-wheel-drive equipped, and coolant renewal. The exhaust system warrants a physical inspection beneath the vehicle given the 2021 failure relating to an insecure central silencer, ensuring all mounting brackets and rubber hangers remain intact and free from corrosion.