2018 Audi Q5 2.0L Diesel · DC18 LNO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach to servicing. While the most recent test in September 2025 at 57,165 miles resulted in a pass, it revealed advisories for three tyres worn to the legal limit and showing uneven wear. This suggests that the owner only addresses components once they reach the point of failure or legal jeopardy, rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,100 miles per year. There was a significant gap of 16,000 miles between August 2023 (33,115 miles) and September 2024 (49,352 miles), followed by a more standard interval of 7,800 miles in the final year. This low annual mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, but the recurring issues with rubber and friction components suggest the vehicle may be aging despite the low distance. A buyer must focus their physical inspection on the braking system and suspension geometry. The record shows a persistent history of thin brake pads across 2022, 2023, and 2024, culminating in a mechanical failure for rear pads at 49,349 miles. The uneven edge wear noted on the tyres in 2025 further points to potential alignment issues or worn suspension bushes that the tester did not flag. Check for scoring on the brake discs and inspect the condition of the control arm bushings to ensure the low-mile vehicle is not experiencing premature wear due to neglected maintenance.