2016 Audi Q5 3.0L Diesel · OO 4957

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in September 2025 at 68,540 miles passed, it carried advisories for worn front brake discs and minor tyre damage. This represents a stable state following a significant failure in September 2023, suggesting the current owner is now addressing faults once they approach legal limits or trigger a test failure. At 68,540 miles, the Audi averages approximately 6,800 miles per year, a figure that is consistent with typical low-to-moderate use. The data shows a steady usage pattern, with roughly 8,000 miles covered between the October 2024 and September 2025 tests, and another 8,400 miles between September 2023 and October 2024. This regularity suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of standing, which can often lead to seized components or the accelerated degradation of rubber-based parts and braking systems. A buyer must pay close attention to the front suspension geometry, as the offside front inner arm bush was previously flagged as a failure in 2023. Although it passed subsequent tests, these bushes on Audi vehicles are prone to wear and can affect steering precision and uneven tyre wear if neglected. The braking system also shows a recurring pattern of thin pads and worn discs across 2023, 2024, and 2025, indicating that the components are likely nearing the end of their service life and may require a full set replacement soon. The tyre history is particularly concerning, with structural sidewall bulges and deep cuts causing a failure in 2023. While the 2025 test only noted minor cuts that did not reach the cords, the buyer should inspect all four sidewalls for signs of internal separation or impact damage. Given the history of multiple tyre-related defects, verifying the age and brand of the tyres is essential to ensure no hidden structural weaknesses remain.