2017 Audi Q5 2.0L Diesel · JO56 ARY

The December 2025 MOT at 91,592 miles issued a pass, with the only recorded defect being worn, pitted or scored front brake discs that did not meet the seriousness threshold for failure. Earlier tests show the same brake disc condition recurring since 2021, indicating a stable but gradually worsening brake wear pattern rather than a sudden failure. No structural or mechanical failures have been recorded in the most recent assessment, confirming current roadworthiness despite the advisory brake wear. Mileage has risen from 32,105 miles in September 2020 to 91,592 miles by December 2025, averaging just over 10,000 miles per year; however, the rate of increase accelerated after the 2022 test, with 15,357 miles added between December 2022 and December 2024 and a further 27,693 miles recorded in the final year, suggesting intensified use and greater exposure to wear items such as tyres, brakes and suspension components. A buyer should prioritize a physical inspection of the front brake discs for deep scoring, cracks or excessive wear beyond the 1.1.14 (a) (ii) advisory limit, and verify rear brake pad thickness against the 1.5 mm minimum specified in the 2024 failure. Examination of suspension bushes, coil springs and caliper operation is essential, as repeated brake wear often coincides with binding calipers or worn suspension components. Tyre tread depth and even wear patterns should also be assessed, given the high annual mileage. The under‑tray fittings noted in the 2022 and 2024 tests restricted visibility of the underside, a factor that may have concealed early signs of chassis rust or structural damage; a thorough visual check of the chassis, wheel arches and exhaust system for corrosion is advisable. Additionally, the incorrect rear registration plate spacing recorded in the 2025 failure must be corrected, and the condition of the rear brake pads, which fell below 1.5 mm in December 2024, should be confirmed to ensure the vehicle does not develop further brake efficiency loss.