2013 Audi Q5 2.0L Diesel · ED51 DJC

The vehicle is currently in a roadworthy state based on the most recent pass on 30 October 2025 at 135,453 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the record shows a recurring pattern of suspension and drivetrain wear typical for a premium SUV of this age. The latest test flagged slight play in the nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint as an advisory, indicating the onset of new wear in the front end. The mileage is consistent with the age of the vehicle, averaging roughly 10,419 miles per year. The accumulation has remained steady over the last decade, with a notable increase between October 2021 at 102,875 miles and October 2024 at 128,836 miles. There are no significant gaps in the testing history that would suggest long periods of standing or undocumented usage. A buyer should focus on the front drivetrain and steering components during a physical inspection. The history reveals a chronic issue with constant velocity boots, with failures or advisories recorded in April 2018, October 2023, and October 2024. The October 2023 failure was particularly severe, involving a track rod end worn to the point of potential detachment. This suggests a pattern of reactive rather than preventative maintenance regarding the chassis and steering. The braking system also requires scrutiny. The tester flagged thin rear brake pads in April 2018 and again in October 2024. While these are consumable items, the repetition suggests the owner may wait until the MOT failure or advisory stage to replace pads. Given the current advisory for the suspension arm ball joint, a full check of all front-end bushings and joints is recommended to ensure no further degradation has occurred since the October 2025 test.