2009 Audi Q5 2.0L Diesel · M8 RFX

The 2009 Audi Q5 presents a stable and reassuring maintenance trend, with the most recent MOT conducted on 6 May 2025 at 123,437 miles returning a clean pass with zero defects recorded. This marks five consecutive passes without advisories or failures, indicating consistent upkeep and no emerging mechanical or structural concerns over the past five years. The mileage accumulation is steady and typical for a vehicle of this age. Between the March 2021 test at 100,074 miles and the May 2025 test at 123,437 miles, the vehicle covered approximately 23,363 miles over four years, averaging around 5,840 miles annually. The annual increments between tests range from roughly 6,000 to 6,500 miles, showing no sudden spikes or prolonged periods of inactivity. The current odometer reading of 123,437 miles aligns with the expected 7,261 miles per year over seventeen years of service. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should still carry out a thorough physical inspection. At this mileage, front and rear suspension bushes, coil springs, and drop links are common wear items on the Q5 platform, even if no advisories have yet been flagged. The exhaust system, particularly the DPF and catalytic converter, warrants a check for corrosion and emissions compliance given the vehicle's age. Brake discs, pads, and calipers should be inspected for uneven wear or binding, as these components often deteriorate between tests without triggering a failure. Structural integrity beneath the vehicle deserves close attention. The Q5's subframes and inner wheel arches are known to develop corrosion over time, especially if the car has spent years in damp or salted-road conditions. A clean MOT history is encouraging, but it does not guarantee the absence of cosmetic or early-stage rust that a tester would not classify as a failure. Tyre condition, steering rack play, and gearbox operation should also be assessed on a test drive to confirm the vehicle matches its paper record.