2019 Audi Q5 S Line 40 TDI Quattro S-A 2.0L Heavy oil · EIB 136

A clean MOT record across the last two inspections – most recently on 11 February 2025 – shows no documented defects, indicating that the vehicle satisfied the statutory safety and emissions checks at those points and has no recorded recurring advisory pattern. With 97 659 miles logged since its 2019 registration, the average annual accumulation is roughly 13 950 miles, considerably above the typical UK passenger‑car usage of around 8‑10 000 miles per year. The mileage progression is steady, with no large gaps between tests, suggesting continuous use rather than prolonged storage. Such mileage intensity accelerates wear on consumables such as brake pads and discs, tyre tread, suspension bushings, and drivetrain components, and it raises the likelihood of age‑related issues like turbocharger bearing wear or diesel particulate filter (DPF) regeneration fatigue. Although the MOT history records no failures, a prospective buyer should still scrutinise high‑wear items that are not captured by a pass. On a visual inspection, look for uneven tyre wear, cracked or leaking rubber on suspension arms, and any signs of oil or coolant seepage around the engine bay, particularly near the turbo inlet and exhaust manifold. During a low‑speed test drive, listen for clunks or squeaks when traversing speed bumps, which may reveal deteriorating front or rear suspension bushes, and feel for any steering pull or vibration that could indicate worn tie‑rod ends or wheel alignment drift. When applying the brakes, assess pedal firmness and any pulsation; a spongy feel or judder may point to worn pads, warped discs, or ageing brake fluid despite the clean MOT. Finally, monitor exhaust tone and emissions for any unusual smoke, especially during acceleration, as this can be an early indicator of turbo wear or DPF inefficiency that may not have manifested as a MOT defect yet. A thorough pre‑purchase inspection focusing on these areas will provide a realistic picture of the vehicle’s current mechanical condition.