2015 Audi Q5 3.0L Diesel · CP15 DGO

This Audi Q5 presents a clean MOT history with no defects recorded across its five most recent tests, including the latest pass on 3 October 2025 at 102,629 miles. The trend is stable, with no advisories or failures tied to recurring mechanical or structural issues. The only anomaly is the back-to-back pass and fail in September 2025—an unusual sequence that suggests either a clerical error or a brief, unresolved administrative issue rather than a mechanical problem. The absence of any defects in the past 12 months, despite covering over 3,000 miles since the 2024 test, indicates the vehicle has been well-maintained in critical areas such as brakes, suspension, and emissions. However, the lack of advisories means there’s no clear indication of deferred maintenance, which could mask underlying wear. The mileage accumulation is steady and typical for a vehicle of this age, averaging around 9,330 miles per year. Between August 2024 (102,367 miles) and October 2025 (102,629 miles), the car covered just 262 miles in 12 months—a stark slowdown that may reflect a period of disuse or storage. Prior to that, the mileage climbed predictably: from 95,177 miles in August 2022 to 99,054 miles in September 2023, suggesting consistent but not excessive usage. The gap between the 2023 and 2024 tests (around 3,300 miles over 11 months) also hints at a possible lull in activity. While this lower-than-average mileage reduces wear on consumables, it could also mean some fluids or components—such as brake fluid, coolant, or suspension grease—may not have been refreshed as frequently as they should have been. Given the absence of advisories or defects, a buyer should still verify key areas in person. The suspension—particularly the bushings, coil springs, and ball joints—should be checked for wear, as these are common points of failure in high-riding SUVs like the Q5, even when MOTs pass without comment. Binding calipers or uneven brake pad wear could have gone unnoticed, so a thorough brake inspection is warranted, including a check for corrosion on the discs and hydraulic fluid condition. Structural integrity is less of a concern given the clean history, but the undercarriage and wheel arches should be examined for corrosion, especially if the vehicle has spent time in damp or salty conditions. The exhaust system, while not flagged, should also be inspected for leaks or rust, as these can develop silently between tests. Finally, given the recent mileage stagnation, a full fluid service—oil, brake fluid, coolant, and differentials—would be prudent to ensure no degradation has occurred during periods of inactivity.