2018 Audi Q5 2.0L Petrol · GV18 VFN

The 2018 Audi Q5 presents a clean and stable maintenance trend, with the most recent MOT conducted on 19 August 2025 at 70,611 miles passing with zero defects. Every recorded test in the history, spanning from 1 July 2021 through to that August 2025 pass, returned a clean result with no advisories or failures. This is a strong indicator of consistent upkeep and no recurring mechanical or structural faults over the vehicle's life. The mileage accumulation is steady and typical for an eight-year-old vehicle. Between the July 2021 test at 31,788 miles and the August 2025 test at 70,611 miles, the car covered approximately 38,823 miles over four years, averaging roughly 9,700 miles per year. The annual increments between consecutive tests are consistent, with no sudden spikes or suspiciously long gaps that might suggest the vehicle sat unused or had a rolled-back odometer. The testing intervals themselves are regular, falling within the expected annual MOT cycle each year. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should still carry out a thorough in-person inspection focused on areas that MOT tests do not fully stress-test. The Q5's suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers should be checked for wear, as these components degrade gradually and may not present a failure until the next test cycle. Brake discs, pads, and calipers deserve close attention, particularly the rear calipers, which are known to bind on this model. The exhaust system and DPF should be inspected for soot buildup or cracking, especially if the vehicle has been used predominantly for short urban trips rather than motorway driving. Structurally, the subframes and inner wing arches should be examined for corrosion, as Audi models from this era can be susceptible to surface and structural rust in poorly maintained examples. The tyre condition and alignment should also be verified, since uneven wear can indicate hidden suspension geometry issues that a static MOT inspection might not catch. Overall, the documented history is reassuring, but a pre-purchase inspection by a qualified technician remains the sensible course before committing to the purchase.