2010 Audi Q5 2.0L Diesel · KX10 FVF

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a persistent pattern of reactive repairs regarding specific drivetrain components. The most recent test in November 2025 at 167,477 miles passed despite advising on a severely deteriorated offside front drive shaft boot and a damaged nearside rear reflector. This is a recurring issue, as the same drive shaft boot was flagged as deteriorated in both 2022 and 2023, suggesting the owner repeatedly deferred replacing the part until it reached a point of failure or significant degradation rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 167,477 miles, the Audi has averaged approximately 10,467 miles per year over sixteen years, which aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. The record shows consistent use with intervals of 7,000 to 10,000 miles between recent annual MOT tests. This steady accumulation suggests the car does not sit for long periods, but the high mileage places significant stress on mechanical components. The 2024 test at 160,597 miles showed all four tyres were near the legal limit and worn on the edges, indicating a lack of proactive tyre management or potential alignment issues. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the offside front drive shaft assembly to ensure the CV boot has finally been replaced and is not leaking grease, which would lead to joint failure. Given the 2021 advisory at 133,058 miles regarding worn suspension arm bushes on all four top arms, the entire suspension geometry should be checked for play in the ball joints and perished rubber bushings. The buyer should also verify that the underbody covers mentioned in 2025 are securely fastened and that the defective nearside rear reflector has been replaced to meet legal lighting standards.