2018 Audi Q5 2.0L Diesel · VE67 YRA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift from clean passes to emerging component wear. In the most recent test in November 2025 at 130,099 miles, the tester flagged thin front brake pads and pitted or scored front discs, alongside a nail in the offside front tyre. This marks a departure from the previous three clean records, indicating that the vehicle is now entering a phase where high-mileage consumables require proactive replacement. The mileage profile is high for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging over 16,000 miles per year. The data shows consistent and heavy usage, with 18,000 miles covered between the November 2023 and 2024 tests, and another 13,400 miles recorded between late 2024 and late 2025. This rapid accumulation suggests long-distance motorway-heavy use, which typically places significant stress on the suspension bushings, drivetrain, and braking systems compared to lower-mileage city cars. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system to determine the extent of the disc corrosion noted in the latest entry. Given the high mileage, the inspection should also target the front suspension arms and bushes for play, as these often degrade near the 130,000-mile mark. The 2022 advisory regarding a child seat obstructing the inspection is a minor administrative issue, but the recent transition to mechanical wear advisories suggests the next owner should be prepared for immediate maintenance costs to maintain the vehicle's current standard.