2019 Audi Q5 2.0L Diesel · MB19 LRL

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a consistent trend of deferred consumable repairs. In the most recent test in September 2025 at 34,091 miles, the tester flagged thin front and rear brake pads alongside pitted and scored rear discs. This continues a pattern seen in 2023 and 2024, where the owner consistently allowed brake components and tyres to reach their wear limits rather than performing preventative maintenance. The Audi Q5 shows exceptionally low mileage for its seven-year age, averaging approximately 4,870 miles per year. The data indicates a steady but infrequent usage pattern, with 6,076 miles covered between August 2022 and September 2023, and another 5,597 miles in the year leading to the 2024 test. While this low mileage suggests less strain on the drivetrain and engine, the long intervals between uses can lead to rubber component degradation and surface corrosion, which aligns with the noted condition of the rear brake discs. A buyer should scrutinise the braking system to ensure the rear discs have been replaced since the previous test noted surface pitting and scoring. The recurring advisories for tyres worn close to the legal limit on multiple axles suggest a potential alignment issue or simply a lack of proactive replacement scheduling. An in-person inspection should also verify the suspension bushes and bushings for cracking, as low-mileage vehicles that sit for long periods often suffer from dry rot and seized components that mechanical wear would not otherwise reveal.