2008 Audi Q5 3.0L Diesel · F7 RTE

Most recent MOT (2025‑10‑08) – The car passed, but the report flags slight play in both front lower suspension arm ball joints and a tyre on the off‑side front that is close to the legal limit. Recurring pattern – Front‑suspension ball‑joint wear appears in three consecutive years (2024, 2025 and the 2022 rear‑shock comment suggests broader suspension ageing). The rear‑shock issue from 2022 has not recurred, but the front‑end wear is persisting. Trend – The defect list is not expanding dramatically, but the same front‑suspension problem is not being resolved, indicating a stable‑to‑slowly‑worsening condition. No new major safety failures have emerged since the 2023 door‑lock and headlamp faults were cleared. Mileage vs age – At 122,579 mi over 18 years the average is about 6,800 mi per year, which is typical for a vehicle of this age. The mileage figure alone does not point to excessive hard use, but it also does not rule out periods of low use that can allow wear to accumulate unnoticed. What to check first - Inspect both front ball joints for excessive movement and any leaking grease. - Examine the front tyres, especially the off‑side, for tread depth and side‑wall condition; replace if close to the legal limit. - Test the passenger‑side door for proper opening and closing; a faulty latch can re‑appear.