2022 Audi SQ5 Vorsprung TDI Mhev Quat A 3.0L Electric diesel · EN71 TKT

A clean two-test MOT record with no advisories or defects recorded across consecutive passes on 4 December 2025 and 27 December 2024 establishes a straightforwardly positive roadworthiness profile for this SQ5 Vorsprung. With no brake, suspension, exhaust, corrosion, or lighting issues flagged during either examination, there is no pattern of chronic wear components or developing structural concerns evident from the official DVSA data. The absence of advisories is particularly notable on a premium SUV of this specification, where items such as coil spring advisories, brake disc corrosion, or undertray deterioration are common findings at this age and mileage bracket. The overall trend across the documented tests indicates stable roadworthiness with no deteriorating mechanical signals. At 67,198 miles against an age of approximately four years, this SQ5 is accumulating around 16,800 miles annually, which sits firmly in the high-mileage bracket for a vehicle of its age and class. This rate of accumulation exceeds the typical UK average and means the drivetrain, quattro system, air suspension components (where fitted), braking hardware, and tyres have all been subjected to considerably more working cycles than a lower-mileage equivalent. The mileage progression between the two recorded MOTs is consistent, indicating continuous active use rather than extended periods of standing, which is mechanically favourable for an MHEV diesel as it avoids prolonged diesel particulate filter saturation and 12V auxiliary battery depletion. However, the higher annual mileage does accelerate wear on consumable service items such as brake pads, discs, and tyres, and warrants closer inspection of suspension linkages and drivetrain mountings at this stage. For a prospective buyer, the absence of any flagged components means attention should focus on items that typically deteriorate in line with accumulated mileage on a vehicle of this weight and performance specification. On a test drive, listen carefully for any clonks or thuds from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven surfaces, which would suggest worn control arm bushes, anti-roll bar drop links, or top mount bearings. Under braking, monitor for any vibration through the pedal or steering wheel, a pulling sensation to one side, or any grinding or squealing that would indicate worn pads, lipped discs, or a binding caliper. The steering should remain precise and free of excess play, and any wandering at speed or uneven tyre wear on close inspection of the front wheels could point to alignment issues or worn suspension geometry. Given the higher mileage and the SQ5's considerable kerb weight, the braking system in particular warrants a thorough physical inspection beyond what the clean MOT record alone confirms, as pads and discs may now be approaching a renewal point even if they passed the legal minimum at the most recent test. Inspect the wheels for evidence of brake dust accumulation pattern, which can indicate caliper slide pin sticking. The diesel particulate filter, EGR system, and turbocharger should also be inspected for warning lights or sluggish performance, as high-mileage diesel MHEV vehicles can present filter loading issues. Finally, request evidence of the most recent service history, particularly the timing belt interval (if applicable to this engine variant), brake fluid renewal, and any quattro drivetrain oil changes, as these are not assessed during MOT testing but are critical to long-term mechanical reliability on a performance diesel of this specification.