2016 Audi Q5 2.0L Diesel · LT16 AEA

The vehicle presents a high standard of roadworthiness based on a consistent history of clean passes. The most recent inspection conducted on 17 April 2025 at 87,874 miles resulted in no recorded defects or advisories. This indicates a stable maintenance trend where the previous owners have proactively addressed potential mechanical or safety issues before they could trigger an MOT failure or formal advisory during the testing process. The mileage accumulation is remarkably consistent for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,800 miles per year. Between April 2022 at 49,950 miles and May 2024 at 73,735 miles, the car covered over 23,000 miles, showing steady usage patterns. The more recent 14,139 miles recorded in the year leading up to the April 2025 test suggests regular driving cycles, which is generally beneficial for seals and mechanical components to prevent the degradation often associated with long periods of inactivity. While the MOT record is devoid of flagged faults, a buyer should focus on high-wear components common to the Q5 at this mileage. At nearly 88,000 miles, the suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers often show signs of fatigue or oil weeping that do not necessarily fail a standard MOT test. Inspection should also include the brake discs for thinning and calipers for binding, as the MOT only checks for functional efficiency rather than overall component health. The lack of historical structural corrosion advisories in the record suggests the chassis remains sound, but a physical check of the underbody and mounting points remains a standard professional requirement.