2022 Audi Q5 S LN ED 1 50 Tfsi E Quat SA 2.0L Hybrid electric (clean) · LC22 YLR

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT test on 25 March 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded, and the previous test on 31 March 2025 also resulted in a clean pass with no items noted. With only two consecutive tests available and both returning clean outcomes, the maintenance profile appears stable and consistent, suggesting that the vehicle has been kept in good mechanical order. The absence of any advisories relating to tyres, brakes, suspension, or corrosion across these tests is a reassuring indicator, although it should be noted that two clean passes represent a relatively limited dataset from which to draw long-term conclusions about the vehicle's mechanical trajectory. For a four-year-old Audi Q5, this pattern would generally be expected, and there is no evidence in the recorded history to suggest any developing deterioration in roadworthiness. The recorded mileage of 21,109 miles against an age of approximately four years equates to an annual usage rate of around 5,277 miles, which is notably low for a vehicle of this type. Such underutilisation can present its own set of mechanical concerns, as vehicles that cover limited mileage are often more susceptible to issues arising from standing rather than wear. Extended periods of inactivity can lead to brake disc corrosion due to surface rust accumulating without being worn away through use, flat spots or sidewall perishing on tyres caused by age rather than mileage, and degradation of the 12-volt battery through repeated shallow discharge cycles. Lower annual mileage also tends to mean that fluids such as engine oil, brake fluid, and coolant are more likely to require replacement on a calendar basis rather than a mileage basis, as their chemical and protective properties deteriorate with time irrespective of use. Furthermore, although the Q5 is a plug-in hybrid, prolonged low usage of the combustion engine portion of the drivetrain can lead to issues such as oil seal drying, fuel system stagnation, and corrosion within the exhaust system, all of which warrant particular attention during a physical inspection. A review of service history documentation should confirm that time-based servicing schedules have been adhered to despite the modest mileage accumulation. Given the clean MOT record and the low-mileage profile, a prospective buyer should focus on age-related and standing-related inspections rather than wear-related concerns. Tyres should be examined closely for sidewall cracking, perishing, or distortion caused by age, even if the tread depth remains legal, as rubber compounds degrade over time regardless of mileage covered. The brake discs and calipers should be inspected for signs of surface corrosion or binding, and a test drive should be conducted to confirm smooth, even braking without shudder or pulling to either side, which could indicate corroded discs that have not been regularly cleaned through use. The 12-volt battery and any hybrid system batteries should be health-checked, as batteries in low-use vehicles frequently suffer reduced capacity and may require replacement. Fluid conditions, including brake fluid (which is hygroscopic and typically requires replacement every two to three years), engine oil, coolant, and the transmission fluid, should be verified as having been serviced on time-based schedules, with documentary evidence from the service book. Finally, the underside of the vehicle, including suspension components, bushes, exhaust system, and structural areas, should be physically inspected for any early signs of corrosion or fluid leaks that may not yet have manifested as MOT advisories but could develop given continued low usage. A thorough test drive covering a variety of road conditions, with particular attention paid to the operation of the plug-in hybrid system, regenerative braking, and any warning messages on the dashboard, is strongly recommended.