2011 Audi Q5 2.0L Diesel · DN11 XPM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend regarding structural and mechanical component wear. While the most recent test in September 2025 at 127,675 miles passed, it revealed significant issues including a deteriorated offside front drive shaft boot and poor condition rear brake discs. This follows a pattern where the vehicle passed after failing for a split drive shaft boot in September 2024, suggesting a reactive rather than proactive maintenance approach. At 127,675 miles, this 15-year-old Audi has averaged approximately 8,500 miles per year, which aligns with typical annual usage for its age. The data shows consistent use, with roughly 10,000 miles covered between the 2023 and 2024 tests, and another 10,000 miles between late 2024 and 2025. This steady mileage accumulation explains the gradual wear on rubber components like CV boots and the progression of surface corrosion on the lower chassis. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the rear subframe, which has been flagged for corrosion since at least 2022 at 97,648 miles. Although the tester noted it was not seriously weakened at that time, the persistence of this issue and the fitting of plastic undertrays to hide the underside suggest structural rust may be advancing. The previous report of a worn nearside front lower suspension arm bush in 2023 further indicates that the suspension geometry is aging and may require comprehensive replacements to maintain handling quality. The braking system also requires close attention as the September 2025 test identified rear brake discs in poor condition alongside an offside rear tyre worn on the edge. This uneven wear often points to a binding caliper or an alignment issue that needs professional diagnosis. Given the history of failing CV boots, the buyer should also check for grease leakage around the drive shafts to ensure the new joints have not suffered internal damage from dirt ingress.