2016 Audi Q5 2.0L Diesel · OV16 EYD

The vehicle holds a current, valid MOT certificate issued on 2 June 2026 at 120,057 miles, which is only fourteen days old at the time of writing. The overall maintenance trend is stable but watchful. The most recent test passed with no dangerous or major failures, yet the tester flagged all four rear brake pads as wearing thin and both rear brake discs as worn. This suggests the rear braking system is approaching the end of its serviceable life and will likely require attention before the next annual test. The front suspension bushes have been a recurring advisory theme since at least 2022, indicating a slow, persistent wear pattern rather than a sudden mechanical failure. Mileage accumulation sits at roughly 12,000 miles per year, which is above the UK average for a ten-year-old SUV. The record shows a steady climb from 102,321 miles in July 2022 to 120,057 miles in June 2026, with no large gaps in the MOT sequence. The 6,539-mile jump between the June 2025 test at 113,518 miles and the June 2026 test at 120,057 miles is consistent with sustained, high annual use. There is no evidence of long periods standing idle, which would otherwise raise concerns about seized brakes, perished rubber components, or fuel system degradation. A buyer should inspect the rear braking components in person. Thin pads and worn discs on the rear axle point to either deferred replacement or a binding caliper condition that accelerates wear. The repeated advisories for front suspension arm pins and bushes, noted in every test from 2022 through 2025, suggest the original bushes have deteriorated gradually. While the tester has not escalated this to a failure, worn bushes affect steering precision and tyre wear, so a physical check of the front lower arms is advisable. The presence of under trays fitted during multiple inspections is a positive sign, as it indicates some level of underbody protection, but a buyer should still examine the subframe, suspension mounting points, and exhaust system for corrosion given the high mileage and age. Tyre condition also warrants attention, given the advisory for a worn nearside front tyre edge in the 2025 test, which may point to alignment issues or continued suspension wear.