2019 Audi Q5 S Line TDI Quattro S-A 2.0L Heavy oil · BV69 CVC

An essentially clean MOT profile anchors this 2019 Audi Q5, with three passes and a single failure across the recorded testing history. The 2025-12-01 failure is unusual only in that it carries no recorded advisories at the time of test, suggesting the vehicle was presented with a defect significant enough to fail but the data omits the specific cause, while the very next test on 2025-12-07 returned a clean pass. This six-day gap between a fail and a subsequent pass indicates the issue was likely rectified quickly, possibly a straightforward repair such as a bulb, tyre, or brake-related item. The earlier 2022 pass noted brake pad wear advisories at both axles, which given three intervening years of road use means those pads have long been changed and any subsequent wear on the replacement components is simply part of normal service life. No structural, corrosion, suspension, or exhaust advisories have been flagged at any point, which is a positive indicator of overall chassis and mechanical integrity based on the recorded evidence. The recorded mileage of 78,394 miles against a roughly seven-year age equates to an annual accumulation of around 11,000 miles, which sits comfortably within typical usage parameters for a vehicle of this class and age. There are no notable gaps between tests that would suggest extended periods off the road, nor is there evidence of dramatic mileage jumps between tests that might indicate inconsistent use or clock irregularities. The progression from the 2022 test through to late 2025 implies steady, consistent driving rather than a low-mileage garage queen or a high-mileage motorway workhorse. Mechanically, this type of usage pattern tends to keep the drivetrain, suspension, and braking components in regular working condition rather than suffering from the corrosion and seized components that often plague rarely-driven vehicles. With brake pads having been flagged as wearing thin at both front and rear on the 2022 test, a prospective buyer should pay particular attention to the current state of the braking system. On a test drive, listen for any grinding or squealing on light application, feel for any judder or vibration through the steering wheel or brake pedal under firm stops which could indicate disc warping, and check that the vehicle pulls neither left nor right under braking. Given that the original pads have been replaced, confirm whether the discs were renewed at the same time, as worn pads can accelerate disc wear and lead to premature replacement costs. The pedal feel should be firm and progressive without excessive travel or sponginess, which on an Audi Q5 could also indicate attention to the brake fluid, particularly if the fluid has not been changed as part of the recommended service schedule. Beyond the brake components previously flagged, the absence of any advisories relating to suspension bushes, coil springs, anti-roll bar links, or subframe corrosion across three recorded tests suggests these areas have not yet raised concern, though they should still be physically inspected. On a test drive, traverse uneven surfaces and listen for any clonks, knocks, or rattles from the front or rear suspension, particularly over speed humps and potholes, which could indicate worn drop links, control arm bushes, or top mount bearings. The quattro drivetrain should be evaluated by gentle cornering to detect any clonking from the front or rear differentials, and the steering should feel precise without vagueness or vibration at speed. Check for any oil misting around the engine and turbocharger areas, as well as coolant leaks from the radiator and water pump, both of which are common wear items on higher-mileage Audi TFSI engines. Finally, inspect the underside for any surface corrosion, particularly around suspension mounting points and brake lines, and verify that all four tyres are matching in brand, size, and tread depth for safe quattro operation.