2016 Audi Q5 3.0L Diesel · DP11 KES

A clean and consistent MOT record defines this 2016 Audi Q5, with no advisories or defects recorded across five consecutive tests spanning 2023 through early 2026. The vehicle passed its most recent examination on 30 March 2026 with a completely clean sheet, and the only entry of note in the entire history is a failure recorded just six days earlier on 24 March 2026 which, despite being listed, carries no associated defect details against the vehicle. Such an anomaly, where a failure appears without specific recorded reasons, can occasionally indicate a refusal to test, an administrative withdrawal, or a retest scenario rather than a genuine mechanical issue, and is worth clarifying with any seller alongside the V5C and original test documentation. The unbroken pattern of clean passes across the preceding three years nevertheless demonstrates that the Q5 has remained compliant with DVSA roadworthiness standards throughout its testing life. With 77,759 miles recorded over approximately ten years of service, this Q5 has covered an average of around 7,776 miles per year, a figure that sits firmly within the typical range for a vehicle of its age and class. The steady annual accumulation implies consistent use rather than long stationary periods or heavy commercial-style mileage, both of which carry their own mechanical consequences. For a diesel-engined Audi SUV of this generation, moderate and regular usage generally favours longevity of the timing chain, turbocharger, diesel particulate filter, and dual-mass flywheel, as these components suffer disproportionately from short journeys or extended lay-ups. Conversely, the absence of any unusually rapid mileage jumps between consecutive tests suggests the odometer reading is credible and that the vehicle has not been subjected to inconsistent use patterns. From a buyer perspective, the absence of recorded advisories means there are no specific flagged components to target on inspection, but the underlying mechanical character of the TFSI petrol and TDI diesel Q5 ranges from this period still warrants careful attention. Listen on a test drive for any clonks or thuds from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven road surfaces, paying particular attention to the upper and lower control arms, anti-roll bar drop links, and the front subframe mounting points where corrosion can initiate, especially around the wheel arches and jacking points. Steering should remain precise without vagueness through the straight-ahead, and any knocking, vibration, or reluctance to self-centre could indicate worn front suspension geometry. Under braking, the pedal should feel firm and progressive without excessive travel, and any judder through the steering wheel or pulsation through the pedal under sustained braking points toward warped front brake discs, a known consumable issue on heavier SUVs used in mixed conditions. Given the clean MOT history, the inspection focus should shift toward age-related wear that may not yet have reached advisory thresholds. The Quattro drivetrain transfer box and rear differential oil seals are known to mist on higher-mileage Q5s, so a thorough check for oily residue on the undercarriage and inside the rear wheel arches is worthwhile. Examine the exhaust system from the manifold gasket rearwards, including the centre and rear silencers, for signs of corrosion typical of a ten-year-old vehicle operating through British winters. Tyres should be of matched brand, type, and tread depth across the axle, with even wear across the tread face indicating correct alignment, while uneven inner or outer shoulder wear would suggest camber or tracking issues. Finally, verify that all dashboard warning systems extinguish promptly on ignition, that the electronic handbrake releases cleanly without a delayed clunk, and that the quattro system engages smoothly during low-speed tight turns with no binding, ratcheting, or shudder through the transmission.