2013 Audi Q5 2.0L Diesel · LG63 VTM

The most recent MOT record shows a pass on 1 September 2025 at 96,431 miles, but the same test initially failed on that date, indicating the vehicle was not presented in a fully roadworthy state. The maintenance trend is borderline. The 2024 test also required a retest after failing on a worn Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage bush, while the 2025 failure flagged an Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage bush excessively worn alongside corroded brake pipes and worn upper suspension arm bushes. These are not new problems appearing suddenly; they are recurring suspension and corrosion issues that have persisted across multiple test cycles. The pass was achieved only after repairs, suggesting the previous owner addressed the immediate failures but left underlying wear and corrosion advisories unresolved. The mileage progression tells a clear story. Between the March 2024 test at 80,714 miles and the September 2024 test at 84,252 miles, the vehicle covered 3,538 miles in roughly six months. Then between September 2024 at 84,252 miles and September 2025 at 96,431 miles, it added 12,179 miles in twelve months. That is a significant jump, nearly tripling the annual rate in the most recent year. The current total of 96,431 miles over thirteen years averages around 7,418 miles per year, which is typical for the age, but the recent spike suggests heavier use or longer commutes in the past year alone. The MOT record is reasonably well documented with no major gaps, giving a reliable picture of the vehicle's recent condition. A buyer should inspect the front suspension carefully. The repeated advisories on both Nearside and Offside Front Upper Suspension arm bushes, combined with the anti-roll bar linkage failures on both sides, point to a front end that has seen sustained wear. Check for uneven tyre wear, clunking over bumps, and any play in the upper and lower arm assemblies. The rear sub-frame corrosion advisory from the September 2025 test, noted as not seriously weakened, still warrants a close visual inspection underneath, particularly around mounting points and any undersealed areas. Surface corrosion can accelerate quickly on thirteen-year-old vehicles, especially if the car has been standing for periods or used on salted roads. The brake pipe corrosion flagged in the 2025 test, described as covered in grease or other material and partially obscured by undertrays, is a concern that goes beyond a simple advisory. Corroded brake pipes are a safety-critical item, and the fact they were flagged on both the fail and pass entries suggests they may have been cleaned or treated rather than replaced. A buyer should have a mechanic inspect the full length of the brake lines, paying attention to areas hidden behind undertrays and along the underside. Given the recent mileage increase, also check the condition of the brake discs and pads, the exhaust system for emissions compliance, and the overall underbody for fresh damage or poorly executed repairs following the retest.