2015 Audi Q5 2.0L Petrol · LS15 HLA

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT test on 22 November 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded, indicating full compliance with DVSA roadworthiness standards at the time of examination. Reviewing the complete five-year MOT history, every annual test from 2021 through 2025 has returned a clean pass with no advisories, no minor defects, and no failure items logged. This consistency strongly suggests a stable and well-maintained mechanical condition, as recurring issues with suspension, braking, or exhaust components typically manifest as advisories long before becoming outright failures. The absence of any flagged deterioration over consecutive annual inspections points to a vehicle that has been cared for in a manner consistent with its recorded mileage, rather than one undergoing progressive wear. With 86,939 miles recorded over approximately eleven years, this Q5 has averaged around 7,900 miles annually, which is broadly typical for a premium SUV of this vintage and aligns closely with average UK driving patterns. There are no significant gaps or rapid accumulations in the recorded mileage between test dates, suggesting steady rather than sporadic use. Such consistent annual mileage is mechanically favourable, as it tends to keep seals, gaskets, and drivetrain components lubricated and functioning normally, while avoiding the extremes of high-mileage wear or extended standing periods that can accelerate deterioration of brakes, tyres, and underbody components. Given the entirely clean MOT history and the absence of any advisories, there is no specific defect pattern to investigate further from the test records. However, prospective buyers should still conduct thorough physical checks appropriate to an eleven-year-old vehicle at this mileage. The timing belt or chain service interval on the 2.0 TFSI or 3.0 TDI engines should be verified against manufacturer schedules, along with confirmation of recent cambelt or chain replacement if applicable. Brake discs and calipers should be inspected for surface corrosion and any signs of binding, as vehicles used primarily for short journeys can suffer from premature pad wear and disc lipping despite clean MOT records. Tyres should be examined closely for sidewall cracking and perishing caused by age rather than tread wear alone, as rubber compounds degrade over time regardless of use, and any tyres over six years old should be replaced regardless of remaining tread depth. A comprehensive pre-purchase inspection should also include verification of full service history with stamped or digital records confirming regular oil and filter changes at manufacturer-recommended intervals. The 12V battery should be load-tested, as units over five years old are prone to cold-weather failure even when the vehicle starts reliably. Coolant, brake fluid, and transmission fluid should be checked for condition and replacement dates, with brake fluid particularly susceptible to moisture absorption and reduced boiling point over time. On a test drive, listen for any suspension clonks over speed humps or uneven surfaces, which could indicate worn control arm bushes, anti-roll bar links, or coil springs common on this model. Finally, a diagnostic scan using VCDS or equivalent Audi-specific equipment is highly recommended to identify any hidden fault codes relating to the quattro system, emissions control, or electronic modules that would not form part of a standard MOT inspection.