2011 Audi Q5 2.0L Diesel · GL61 BHP

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a persistent trend of deferred attention to mechanical wear components. While the most recent test in April 2026 at 113,315 miles passed, the presence of new advisories for smearing wipers and lipped brake discs on all four wheels indicates the vehicle is entering a phase requiring significant component replacement. The history suggests an owner who addresses faults only when they reach inspection thresholds rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a 15-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,500 miles per year. Between the April 2023 test at 76,802 miles and the April 2025 test at 104,444 miles, the car covered 27,642 miles, showing steady usage. This relatively low annual mileage explains why certain rubber components, such as suspension bushes and tyre sidewalls, are showing signs of perishing despite the low total distance travelled. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the front suspension geometry, as worn control arm bushes have been flagged in every annual test since 2023. The 2025 record specifically noted play in the steering rack inner joints, which is a significant mechanical concern that affects handling precision and tyre wear. Furthermore, the transition from worn discs in 2024 to lipped discs in 2026 suggests the braking system is now due for an expensive overhaul. Specific attention is also required for the interior and safety trim. The central rear seat belt stalk and buckle casing appeared as faults across multiple years, indicating a failure to rectify minor safety-related defects. Given the 2024 failure due to a tyre cut reaching the cords, the buyer should check the remaining tyres for sidew cracking or structural damage, as the age of the vehicle makes the rubber compound likely beyond its effective life.