2017 Audi Q5 2.0L Diesel · CE03 LLE

The 2017 Audi Q5 most recently passed its MOT on 22 January 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded, continuing a clean run of passes going back through February 2025, March 2024, March 2023, and May 2022. Five consecutive passes without a single advisory is an unusually tidy record for a nine year old vehicle, suggesting that the car has been conscientiously maintained and that wear related items such as tyres, brake components, suspension, lighting, and exhaust emissions have been addressed either just before test or as part of regular servicing. The stability of this trend is reassuring rather than indicative of improvement or deterioration, as there is simply no negative data in the history to compare against. With 120,011 miles recorded over approximately nine years, this Q5 is running at an average of around 13,300 miles per year, which is on the higher side for its age and well above the typical UK average of 7,000 to 9,000 miles annually. Higher annual mileage generally accelerates wear on consumables and drivetrain components, particularly the clutch, dual mass flywheel if fitted, turbocharger, and suspension bushes, while brake discs and pads will have seen more frequent replacement cycles. There are no significant gaps in the MOT record that would suggest extended standing periods, which is positive from a corrosion and brake seizure perspective, although the high accumulation means the timing chain, injectors, EGR system, and DSG or automatic transmission fluid should be considered due for major attention if not already replaced. Given the clean MOT history, a prospective buyer should focus inspection efforts on age and mileage related deterioration that an MOT does not cover. Externally, examine the tyres closely for sidewall perishing and cracking, as nine year old rubber compounds harden regardless of remaining tread depth, and check the production date on the sidewall to confirm they are not original fitment. Inspect the alloy wheels for kerb damage and the brake discs through the wheel spokes for any obvious lip or surface rust pitting, and during the test drive listen for any binding caliper symptoms such as pulling to one side or a hot wheel hub after driving. With the higher mileage, also verify the service history stamps correspond to the mileage recorded and that the timing chain, water pump, and thermostat housing, common Q5 failure points, have been renewed. Under the bonnet, check the 12V battery for date codes and any signs of slow cranking, particularly if the vehicle has been used for short urban trips, and inspect for oil leaks around the cam chain area, sump, and turbocharger oil feed pipes, which are well documented issues on the 2.0 TFSI and 3.0 TDI units commonly fitted to this model. Verify the condition and date of all fluids, including brake fluid which degrades hygroscopically and should ideally be replaced every two years regardless of mileage, alongside coolant, gearbox oil, and four wheel drive system fluid on Quattro variants. On the test drive, pay particular attention to any suspension clonks over uneven surfaces, indicating worn anti roll bar bushes or top mounts, steering vagueness suggesting tie rod or rack wear, and any shudders or vibrations under braking. Finally, confirm that warning systems including the EPC, AdBlue on TDI models, and quattro drivetrain fault lights illuminate and clear correctly during ignition, as diagnostic scan history can reveal intermittent faults the MOT test does not capture.