2023 Audi Q5 S Line 40 TDI Mhev Quat S-A 2.0L Diesel · RO23 DVM

The vehicle presents a fully compliant roadworthiness position at the most recent DVSA test conducted on 26 March 2026, with a Pass recorded and no advisories, warnings, or defects noted. The absence of any recorded observations at this inspection suggests that all tested components, including braking efficiency, suspension condition, lighting, exhaust emissions, tyre condition, and structural integrity, met the minimum statutory requirements on the day. With only a single MOT entry on file against a three-year-old vehicle, the trend cannot be described as either improving or worsening in absolute terms; however, the clean pass does establish a baseline of compliance that the next scheduled test should be expected to uphold or improve upon, assuming the vehicle is maintained to standard in the intervening period. Against an age of approximately three years, the recorded mileage of 10,865 miles equates to an annualised usage of around 3,622 miles, which is substantially below the national average for a vehicle of this class. Such a low annual mileage is more commonly associated with second-car status, short urban journeys, or periods of extended standing rather than consistent motorway or long-distance use. From a mechanical perspective, this usage profile carries different implications to high-mileage accumulation; the drivetrain, engine internals, and clutch components are unlikely to display significant wear, but items that degrade through time rather than use become the principal areas of concern. These include the 12V battery, which can suffer from sulphation and reduced cranking capacity through prolonged low-load operation, brake calipers that may seize or bind after extended standing, and brake discs that can develop surface corrosion. Given the clean MOT record and the relatively low mileage, a prospective buyer should focus on calendar-based deterioration rather than wear-based defects. Tyres fitted to a vehicle of this age should be inspected closely for sidewall perishing and cracking, as rubber compounds degrade from approximately five years of age irrespective of tread depth; the production date code on each tyre sidewall should be checked to confirm fitment within a sensible period. Brake discs should be examined for lipping at the outer edge and any pitting or corrosion on the friction surface, particularly after periods of standing, and the caliper slide pins should be checked for free movement to rule out binding. The condition and age of the 12V battery warrant a voltage and load test, as a battery older than four years can present starting difficulties even when the vehicle is used infrequently. Additional inspection priorities for this Q5 S Line should include verification of the digital service history, confirmation that the mild-hybrid 48V system has been checked at the prescribed intervals, and a thorough examination for fluid degradation. Brake fluid is hygroscopic and typically requires replacement every two to three years irrespective of mileage, while coolant and, where applicable, the AdBlue system should be inspected for correct strength and concentration. A test drive should be conducted with particular attention to any hesitation or juddering from the automatic transmission, irregular idling from the diesel engine consistent with infrequent use, and any warning messages relating to the hybrid battery or emissions system. Finally, a scan of all control modules using a VCDS or equivalent diagnostic tool is strongly advised to identify any stored fault codes or soft warnings that would not form part of the standard MOT inspection but could indicate developing issues within the vehicle's complex electronic architecture.