2017 Audi Q5 2.0L Diesel · BP17 HPV

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift towards suspension wear as the mileage increases. The most recent test in November 2025 at 96,832 miles identified worn bushes on both nearside and offside front upper suspension arms, along with external damage to the offside rear shock absorber casing. While the car passed without defects in late 2024, these new advisories indicate that suspension components are beginning to reach the end of their service. The mileage pattern is consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,700 miles per year. The record shows steady accumulation of miles, with a 12,000-mile gap between November 2023 and 2024, and another 11,000 miles between November 2024 and 2025. This regular usage suggests the vehicle has not suffered long periods of standing, which is generally beneficial for the integrity of rubber engine seals and braking components. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension to check for play in the control arm bushes, as the repeated wear noted in 2025 suggests a potential history of heavy impact or poor road surfaces. The braking system also requires attention; the 2023 test flagged thin pads on both front and rear axles, implying a high wear cycle. Additionally, the failure in 2022 due to multiple tyres below legal limits indicates a previous period of neglecting basic consumable maintenance, necessitating a check of the current tyre brands and alignment to ensure no uneven wear remains present.