2015 Audi Q5 2.0L Diesel · OY65 ORP

This 2015 Audi Q5 presents an MOT history characterised by a clean pass record across all eight tests since 2019, yet punctuated by recurring advisory notes that point to specific wear areas worth close attention. The most recent test on 20 July 2026 returned a pass with a single advisory for an offside front tyre worn close to the legal limit on the edge, continuing a tyre wear theme that first appeared on the 2022 test. Earlier in the record, four advisories were raised in a single 2022 inspection covering an oil leak, a leaking driver-side rear driveshaft coupling, and both rear tyres worn close to the legal limit with particular deterioration noted on the inner edges. With no failures recorded and intervening tests between 2023 and 2025 returning completely clean results, the trend suggests the vehicle has remained roadworthy throughout its life, though the 2022 advisory cluster remains the defining mechanical reference point for any prospective evaluation. At 64,689 miles over roughly eleven years, this Q5 has accumulated mileage at an average rate of approximately 5,880 miles annually, which is notably below typical usage for a vehicle of this age and class. The testing history itself is consistent and uninterrupted, with annual or near-annual tests recorded from 2019 onwards and no gaps suggesting extended periods off the road. This pattern of regular testing combined with low annual mileage suggests consistent light use rather than long-term standing, which generally limits the extent of dry-rot damage to rubber components and reduces the likelihood of severe corrosion on underbody structure. However, lower mileage does not eliminate wear on age-sensitive items such as suspension bushes, anti-roll bar links, and coil springs, which degrade through use and exposure rather than mileage alone. For a prospective buyer, the 2022 advisories should serve as the primary focus for physical inspection and test drive evaluation. The oil leak and driver-side rear driveshaft coupling leak noted in November 2022 warrant a thorough underbody examination using a torch, paying particular attention to the rear driveshaft coupling for any residual seepage or fresh staining on surrounding components. Listen for any clicking or clonking from the rear drivetrain during low-speed manoeuvring and over speed bumps, as driveshaft coupling wear often manifests as a pronounced judder or vibration under load. The recurring tyre wear pattern, particularly the inner-edge deterioration on both rear tyres noted in 2022 and now affecting the front offside in 2026, suggests an underlying geometry issue that should be investigated through a four-wheel alignment check, as uneven inner-edge wear on Audi Q5s is frequently linked to worn rear suspension bushes, trailing arm bushes, or thrust arm bushes that permit rear axle geometry to drift under acceleration and cornering loads. A structured test drive should incorporate specific checks aligned to this vehicle's recorded history. On a road with variable surfaces, listen carefully for any knocking or creaking from the front suspension over uneven tarmac, which would indicate worn top mounts, anti-roll bar drop links, or wishbone bushes. Apply moderate cornering loads in both directions and feel for any vagueness or delayed response in the steering, which could point to the same geometry issues suspected from the tyre wear pattern. With the engine at operating temperature, inspect the underside for any active oil drips from the sump, oil filter housing, or rear main area, and note whether any warning lights remain illuminated on the dashboard. Finally, measure all four tyres with a tread depth gauge; the offside front should be checked first given its recent advisory, and the inner shoulder should be compared against the central tread to confirm whether uneven wear has resumed, which would justify a full suspension geometry and bush inspection before purchase.