2015 Audi Q5 3.0L Diesel · WD64 LGK

The 2015 Audi Q5 presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 11 November 2025 at 82,964 miles with zero defects recorded. This is a strong indicator that the most recent keeper addressed the recurring suspension issues that plagued earlier tests. The vehicle went from advisories on both front upper and lower suspension arm bushes in October 2023 to a fully defect-free result two years later, suggesting a deliberate repair rather than a lucky pass. The intervening November 2024 test still flagged worn upper suspension arm bushes on both sides, but by the following year those components had clearly been replaced. The mileage accumulation of roughly 7,500 miles per year is entirely typical for an eleven-year-old vehicle and raises no immediate concerns. The record shows a steady and consistent climb from 53,487 miles in November 2022 to 82,964 miles in November 2025, with no suspicious gaps or sudden spikes that would suggest long periods of standing or clocking. The annual test intervals align well with the mileage progression, giving confidence that the service history reflects genuine use rather than neglect or tampering. Despite the clean recent result, a buyer should still inspect the front suspension carefully. The repeated advisories on upper and lower suspension arm bushes across the 2023 and 2024 tests point to a known wear point on this model, and while the 2025 pass suggests replacement, confirming the condition of those new components and checking for any play or uneven tyre wear would be prudent. The 2024 failure for a cut nearside rear tyre and a worn offside rear tyre also warrants attention, as it indicates the previous keeper allowed tyre condition to deteriorate close to the legal minimum before replacing them. A thorough inspection of all four tyres, including sidewalls and tread depth across the full width, is advisable. Beyond the flagged items, the exhaust system and underbody should be examined for corrosion, particularly around the rear subframe and suspension mounting points common on the Q5 platform. The defective nearside rear reflector noted in 2023 was minor and likely resolved, but checking that all lights and reflectors remain intact and functional is a simple verification. Overall, the MOT record paints a picture of a vehicle that received necessary corrective work late in its life, and the cleanest test result is the most recent one. A pre-purchase inspection focused on suspension, tyres, and corrosion will confirm whether that work was done to a lasting standard.