2021 Audi Q5 S Line 45 Tfsi Mhev Quat SA 2.0L Petrol · DC20 LBY

A pattern of recent brake and tyre component failures suggests a period of significant wear before the vehicle achieved its most recent clean pass on 12 February 2026. The MOT history shows a regression in early 2025, where the vehicle failed on a dangerous tyre tread depth deficiency and a major brake pad wear defect. While the subsequent tests in 2025 and 2026 have returned with no recorded defects, the previous failure indicates that consumable components reached their legal limits simultaneously, which is a critical point for inspection. The recorded mileage of 36,762 miles over approximately five years represents an average annual accumulation of roughly 7,352 miles. This usage profile is consistent with typical light-to-moderate driving patterns for a premium SUV of this age. Mechanically, this level of mileage suggests that while major drivetrain components may not have reached high-wear thresholds, the vehicle is at a stage where wear-and-tear items such as suspension bushes, brake discs, and tyres require regular monitoring due to the cumulative effect of periodic use. Prospective buyers should pay close attention to the braking system, specifically addressing the history of worn front pads and the advisory regarding nearside rear pads and pitted brake discs from the January 2025 test. During a test drive, it is essential to check for any pedal judder or vibration under braking, which can indicate disc thickness variations or surface irregularities, and listen for any grinding noises from the rear nearside area. Although the 2026 test shows no current defects, the previous advisories regarding disc pitting and thinning pads mean the structural integrity and surface finish of the braking components should be visually inspected for uneven wear or scoring. The tyre history also warrants a physical check of the current tread depth and sidewall condition across all four wheels to ensure the dangerous deficiency noted in 2025 has been fully rectified with a complete set of compliant tyres. Beyond the brakes and tyres, the relatively low annual mileage means the vehicle should be checked for any signs of uneven tyre wear which could point to alignment issues or worn suspension linkages. Listen for any knocks or knocks over uneven road surfaces that might suggest the suspension components have been subjected to uneven loading or have begun to settle.