2013 Audi Q5 2.0L Diesel · VK63 DGF

The most recent MOT on 2025-09-24 recorded three suspension-related issues: worn offside and nearside front lower suspension arm pins/bushes, both classified as non-excessive under 5.3.4 (a) (i). Two front tyres were also noted as worn close to the legal limit or showing edge wear, per 5.2.3 (e). These defects align with recurring suspension bush wear observed in earlier MOTs, suggesting a persistent but non-critical issue. Since 2024, suspension arm bush wear has been consistently reported, though never classified as a failure. The 2025 entry adds front tyre wear to the pattern, indicating potential alignment or balancing problems. No major defects were recorded in 2022 or 2021, but the 2023 MOT noted minor rear brake disc wear and a small tyre cut—both resolved by 2025. The trend shows stability in critical areas, with no worsening of suspension or braking issues. The vehicle’s mileage of 142,674 miles over 13 years equates to ~10,975 miles annually, which is typical for its age. This suggests moderate use rather than heavy wear or prolonged inactivity. However, the consistent tyre wear and suspension bush issues imply ongoing minor stress on these components, possibly from road conditions or maintenance practices.