2017 Audi Q5 2.0L Petrol · SA07 AFA

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 2026‑01‑07 at 45,205 miles, recording only a minor advisory on the nearside front tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3(e)). The maintenance trend is improving: earlier failures in 2022 and 2021 related to tyre tread depth and sidewall damage have been resolved, and the brake‑disc and pad wear noted in 2023‑2024 has not reappeared. The recent test indicates that corrective actions taken after those earlier defects have stabilised the car’s condition. Mileage accumulation shows a low annual rate of roughly 5,023 miles per year over nine years, rising from 12,624 miles in August 2020 to 45,205 miles in January 2026. The record contains brief gaps—no entries between August 2020 and August 2021, and a short interval before the 2022 tests—suggesting periods of limited use or storage. The steady but modest mileage growth points to lighter overall utilisation compared with typical vehicles of this age. A buyer should inspect the braking system closely, as the 2023 and 2024 tests flagged worn rear and front brake discs and thin pads (1.1.14(a)(i) and 1.1.13(a)(ii)). Even though the discs were not excessively worn, the pattern warrants checking pad thickness, disc surface condition, and any signs of corrosion. Tyre condition remains a priority: the current advisory on nearside front tread wear and the earlier sidewall scuffs and cracks (5.2.3(d)(ii)) require a visual and measurement check of tread depth, sidewall integrity, and pressure on both front tyres. Finally, examine suspension bushes and chassis areas for rust or degradation, as low mileage does not guarantee immunity to corrosion in a vehicle of this age.