2021 Audi Q5 Sport 45 Tfsi Mhev Quat S-A 2.0L Petrol · GU21 VVC

This 2021 Audi Q5 Sport 45 TFSI presents a clean and stable maintenance trend across its entire MOT history. The most recent test on 24 April 2026 at 21,527 miles passed with zero defects, advisories, or failures recorded. The two preceding annual tests on 17 April 2025 at 18,105 miles and 22 April 2024 at 14,802 miles also passed with no defects whatsoever. This is an unusually spotless record for a five-year-old vehicle and indicates consistent mechanical upkeep with no recurring faults. The mileage accumulation is notably low at approximately 4,305 miles per year, well below the UK average of around 7,500 to 8,000 miles annually. The increments between tests are steady and proportional: 3,422 miles between April 2024 and April 2025, and 3,422 miles again between April 2025 and April 2026. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden spikes in the odometer readings. Low annual mileage can mean reduced wear on consumables, but it also raises the possibility of prolonged periods of inactivity, which can cause its own issues such as flat-spotted tyres, stale fuel, or moisture-related corrosion in brake components and the exhaust system. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should still conduct a thorough in-person inspection focused on areas that MOT tests do not fully stress-test. The Quattro S-Tronic drivetrain and MHEV system should be evaluated for smooth operation under load, particularly the dual-clutch automatic transmission's low-speed behavior. Suspension components including front lower arm bushes, rear trailing arm links, and anti-roll bar drop links deserve close examination, as these are common wear points on the Q5 platform even at lower mileages. The brake discs and pads should be inspected for surface corrosion, which can develop on vehicles that sit unused for extended periods despite appearing within legal thickness limits. Tyre condition is worth verifying given the low mileage, as original factory-fit rubber may be approaching five years of age and could show sidewall perishing or uneven wear regardless of remaining tread depth. The exhaust system, particularly the MHEV-associated components and particulate filter, should be checked for any signs of corrosion or soot staining. Structurally, inspect the subframes, sills, and wheel arches for early signs of surface corrosion, as low-mileage vehicles that have sat on damp ground or in standing water can develop localised rust that MOT testers may not flag until it becomes structurally significant.