2009 Audi Q5 3.0L Diesel · P21 RSM
2009 Audi Q5 (3.0L, diesel). First registered 01 May 2009. Recorded mileage 108,647 miles. MOT valid until 03 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- AUDI Q5
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 108,647 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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P21 RSM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/06/2026
- 108,647 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
P21 RSM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Audi Q5 (P21 RSM) between May 2024 and June 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 04 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (”.
P21 RSM Mileage History
- 23/05/2024101,865 mi
- 23/05/2024101,865 mi
- 03/06/2025105,363 mi+3,498 mi
- 04/06/2026108,647 mi+3,284 mi
- 04/06/2026108,647 mi
Average of roughly 3,339 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Audi Audi Q5 Mk1 (8R)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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