2009 Audi Q5 2.0L Diesel · MX59 SXC

The vehicle's roadworthiness status is currently stable following a recent pass on 7 May 2026 at 136,653 miles. The maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive repairs rather than preventative upkeep. The most recent test followed a failure on 6 May 2026, where the tester flagged a split offside front drive shaft CV boot alongside thin rear brake pads. While the vehicle passed the subsequent retest, the recurring advisory for thin rear brake pads suggests that consumable components are being monitored but not necessarily replaced proactively. The vehicle has covered 136,653 miles over approximately 17 years, averaging roughly 8,038 miles per year. This usage pattern is consistent with typical long-term ownership for a vehicle of this age. The mileage accumulation appears steady, with the 2024 test at 118,501 miles and the 2025 test at 127,780 miles showing a consistent annual interval of roughly 9,000 miles. There are no significant gaps in the recorded mileage that would suggest long periods of inactivity or sudden, excessive heavy use. A prospective buyer should focus inspections on the suspension and drivetrain components. The 2024 records show significant wear, specifically regarding worn upper suspension arm bushes and corroded rear coil springs. Although the 2025 test at 127,780 miles noted a worn nearside front suspension bush, the 2024 failure for multiple worn tyres and drive shaft boots indicates a tendency for the owner to allow consumables to reach their legal limits before addressing them. The recent failure regarding the offside front CV boot necessitates a physical check of the driveshafts to ensure no further boots are split or leaking grease. The recurring advisories for thin rear brake pads and the previous issues with suspension bushings suggest that the vehicle requires a thorough underside inspection to check for further bushing degradation or advanced corrosion on the springs and chassis. The history of multiple tyres being worn close to the legal limit in April 2024 implies that general maintenance of consumables may be secondary to essential repairs.