2015 Audi Q5 3.0L Diesel · GD15 FKP

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history shows a developing trend of suspension-related wear. The most recent test in October 2025 at 106,790 miles flagged multiple issues including a worn nearside front suspension arm bush and both rear tyres reaching legal limits. While the car passed, the presence of these advisories suggests that the suspension components are beginning to reach their end-of-life cycle, requiring attention to prevent future failures. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per year. There is a notable increase in usage between September 2022 (77,005 miles) and October 2025 (106,790 miles), where the vehicle covered over 30,000 miles in three years. This surge in mileage correlates with the transition from clean MOT records to the appearance of mechanical wear and tyre degradation, as the higher frequency of use has placed greater stress on the rubber bushings and braking components. A buyer should prioritize a physical inspection of the front and rear suspension geometry. The record shows recurring worn arm bushes and pins across 2022 and 2025, indicating a systemic weakness or degradation in the Audi's undercarriage. You must also check for uneven tyre wear, as the latest test specifically noted edge-wear patterns, which often indicates alignment issues. Given the history of thin brake pads noted in 2019, a thorough check of the discs and pads is necessary to ensure they have been adequately maintained during the high-mileage intervals.