2022 Audi Q5 S LN ED1 40TDI Mhev Quat SA 2.0L Diesel · ST22 ORP

A clean and largely untroubled DVSA record defines this 2022 Audi Q5, with only two MOT tests currently on file and just one of those producing any advisory items at all. The most recent examination on 9 July 2026 returned a straightforward pass with no defects recorded, indicating that no examiner observations were made on the suspension, braking, exhaust, lighting, or structure at that point. The single set of advisories originates from the 2025 test, where both front tyres were flagged as worn close to the legal limit and worn on edge, a common finding on a four-wheel-drive SUV that sees steady mixed-use mileage. With such a limited test history spanning only the last two years, the picture is necessarily narrow, but what is recorded points to a vehicle that has not thrown up any structural, brake, or exhaust concerns during its examined life. At 27,777 miles recorded over roughly four years, the vehicle has covered an average of around 6,944 miles annually, which sits comfortably within expected parameters for a diesel-engined premium SUV of this type. There are no unusual gaps in testing, no extended period off the road that would suggest long-term standing, and no sudden mileage jumps between tests that would imply clocked readings or inconsistent use. This kind of steady, moderate accumulation is generally kinder to mechanical components than very high mileage would be, allowing the diesel particulate filter, timing chain, dual-mass flywheel, and turbocharger to operate within normal thermal cycling without being overly stressed. Equally, it is not so low as to raise concerns about seized brakes, perished seals, or stale fluids from prolonged inactivity, which is a relevant consideration on any modern vehicle. For a prospective buyer, the front tyre advisories from 2025 are the only specific component flag worth chasing down on inspection. Edge wear on both front tyres simultaneously on a Quattro model is often linked to geometry settings, particularly camber or toe, and it is worth asking whether a four-wheel alignment has been carried out since. During a test drive, listen for any uneven humming from the front tyres at speed, which would suggest continued irregular wear, and check whether the steering pulls to either side under braking or on a straight motorway section. Inspect the sidewalls of the current front tyres for feathering on the tread blocks, as this would confirm whether the wear pattern has been addressed or simply replaced with new tyres over the same misaligned geometry. Beyond the recorded advisories, a road test should focus on the symptoms most likely to surface on a quattro diesel of this age and mileage. Pay attention to any clonks or knocking from the front suspension over uneven roads, as control arm bushes, anti-roll bar drop links, and top mounts are known wear items on this platform. On the braking side, test for any vibration through the pedal under firm pressure, which would indicate warped front discs, and listen for grinding or squealing that could point to worn pads or a binding caliper. Under the bonnet, look for any oil misting around the cam chain area or around the turbo oil feed pipes, and check the underside for any signs of fresh weeping from the oil sump, injector seals, or rear differential. Finally, confirm that the AdBlue system is functioning correctly and that there are no warning lights present on the dashboard, as emissions-related faults are a common cause of MOT failure on modern diesel SUVs and would not yet have been captured at this early stage of the vehicle's test history.