2019 Audi Q5 2.0L Diesel · HO11 KDM

A consistent pattern of front tyre wear and an emerging brake wear advisory dominate the mechanical picture of this 2019 Audi Q5, while no structural or major safety defects have been recorded across six tests spanning 2022 to 2026. The most recent test on 26 August 2026 was passed with three advisories, two of which are tyre-related and mirror advisories logged in 2023 and 2025 on the nearside and offside front tyres respectively, suggesting an ongoing geometry, alignment, or suspension geometry issue rather than isolated rubber degradation. An earlier advisory in 2022 also noted rear brake disc wear and thinning rear brake pads, though these were not repeated in subsequent tests, indicating those components were likely addressed. The overall test history contains no failures and no advisories relating to corrosion, suspension components, exhaust integrity, lighting, or drivetrain, which presents a clean structural record over the four-year MOT sample. The recorded mileage of 105,359 miles across seven years equates to an annual accumulation of roughly 15,000 miles, which is above average for a vehicle of this age and segment. MOT data shows the car covered approximately 14,000 miles between the 2023 and 2024 tests, around 15,000 miles between 2024 and 2025, and roughly 15,000 miles between 2025 and 2026, indicating a remarkably steady usage pattern with no extended lay-up periods and no anomalous mileage jumps. For a Q5, which is a heavy premium SUV with significant unsprung mass, this level of sustained road use translates to considerable wear on consumable items such as brake discs, brake pads, tyres, and suspension bushes, as well as increased stress on drivetrain components including the transfer box, propshaft, and clutch or torque converter depending on transmission type. Given the recurring front tyre edge wear advisories, a prospective buyer should prioritise inspecting the suspension geometry and component condition, as uneven shoulder wear on the front tyres is typically symptomatic of worn or sagging coil springs, perished top mounts, or worn suspension bushes allowing camber or toe misalignment. On a test drive, listen for any knocking or clonking from the front end over uneven surfaces, particularly over speed humps, and pay attention to steering behaviour including any pulling to one side, vibration through the steering wheel, or vague self-centring. The 2022 advisories concerning rear brake disc and pad wear mean the braking system should be carefully assessed: check the rear brake discs on a ramp or by removing the wheels for lip measurement above the usable friction surface, and inspect rear caliper slider pins for smooth movement and the handbrake mechanism for full engagement. Additional checks warranted by the mileage level include a close look at the underside of the vehicle for any oil leaks from the engine sump, turbo oil feed lines, and rear differential or transfer case seals, as well as inspection of the propshaft universal joints for play. Coolant hoses, the water pump, and thermostat housing should be examined for signs of seepage, as these are known age-related failure points on higher-mileage Audi vehicles. Finally, confirm that the timing belt or cam belt replacement interval has been observed according to manufacturer schedule, as a 2019 model on this mileage is approaching or past its recommended replacement threshold, and verify the condition of the dual-clutch or automatic transmission fluid if service records can be obtained to corroborate the MOT history.