2022 Audi Q5 SLN ED1 45TFSI Mhev Quat SA 2.0L Petrol · PK22 WLP

The most recent DVSA MOT test for this 2022 Audi Q5 45 TFSI MHEV Quattro was conducted on 19 May 2026 and resulted in a clean pass with no defects or advisories recorded. The preceding test on 9 May 2025 also concluded with a pass and no recorded defects. With two consecutive unblemished examinations, the maintenance and roadworthiness trend appears stable and well-managed from an official testing perspective, suggesting that the vehicle has been kept in sound mechanical condition by its previous keeper and that no significant wear items have yet reached the threshold for advisory or failure reporting. The recorded mileage of 31,846 miles across approximately four years of service equates to an average annual usage of around 7,962 miles, which is broadly typical for a vehicle of this age and slightly below the national average for premium SUVs of this class. There is no evidence in the MOT record of any significant mileage gaps between tests, nor any indication of rapid accumulation that would suggest predominantly motorway or high-mileage use. This moderate usage pattern is generally favourable, as it implies that major drivetrain and suspension components have not been subjected to excessive wear, although the relatively modest annual mileage also means the vehicle may have experienced periods of standing, which carries its own implications for certain components. Given the clean MOT history and moderate usage, a prospective buyer should focus inspection efforts on age-related degradation rather than wear-based defects. Despite the low recorded mileage, the tyres should be carefully examined for sidewall perishing and cracking, as rubber compounds deteriorate through calendar age regardless of tread depth, and any tyres fitted earlier than 2023 should be regarded with caution even if they appear to have adequate tread. The 12V battery, which is known to fail prematurely on vehicles used for short journeys or left standing for extended periods, should be load-tested, and the condition of the Quattro drivetrain, including the rear differential and transfer case fluids, should be verified against the manufacturer service schedule, as these are time-sensitive rather than purely mileage-sensitive items. A road test should include careful attention to the MHEV 48V system, ensuring smooth transitions between the mild hybrid assist and engine operation, and listening for any irregular noises from the start-stop system or the belt-driven starter generator. The brake discs should be inspected for surface corrosion around the outer edges, which commonly occurs on vehicles with low annual mileage and may produce shudder or vibration under initial braking before clearing. Fluid conditions, including brake fluid (which degrades hygroscopically and typically requires replacement every two years regardless of mileage), coolant, and the dual-clutch or automatic transmission fluid where applicable, should be confirmed as recently serviced. Finally, verifying a complete and stamped service history from an authorised Audi specialist or reputable independent garage will provide the strongest assurance that the vehicle has received the time-based maintenance that the modest mileage alone does not guarantee.