2021 Audi Q5 S Line 40 TDI Mhev Quat S-A 2.0L Diesel · YY21 VVP

The vehicle's most recent DVSA MOT test on 1 September 2025 returned a clean pass with no defects recorded, which is the strongest possible indicator of roadworthiness at the point of examination. Both preceding tests in 2024, conducted on 11 September and 20 February, were also passed without advisories or failures. With three consecutive clean tests across roughly twenty months, the maintenance trend is unambiguously stable, suggesting the vehicle has been conscientiously prepared for test or genuinely well maintained throughout its recent life. The absence of any advisories is particularly noteworthy for a five-year-old Audi Q5, as even lightly worn components such as tyres, brake pads, or suspension bushes frequently draw advisory notices at this age. With 47,630 miles recorded over approximately five years, the vehicle is averaging around 9,500 miles per year, which sits comfortably within the typical range for a UK family SUV. There is no evidence of mileage spikes that would indicate sustained motorway use or fleet-style duty, nor are there any significant gaps suggesting prolonged standing. That said, an average of just under 10,000 miles annually still represents real mechanical usage, meaning the wear-sensitive items such as brake discs and pads, tyres, and the diesel particulate filter have been exercised regularly rather than allowed to deteriorate through inactivity. The continuous testing history without any failed attempts further supports the impression of steady, ordinary service. Although the MOT record is clean and shows no advisories, a prospective buyer should still carry out several age-and-mileage-appropriate physical checks before purchase. Tyres should be inspected closely for age-related sidewall perishing or cracking, as rubber degrades with calendar age regardless of tread depth, and the production date code on each tyre sidewall should be verified. The 12V battery, particularly on a mild-hybrid MHEV system, should be load-tested, as batteries of this vintage can lose capacity and may not be flagged on an MOT unless voltage drops below operational thresholds. The Quattro drivetrain and dual-clutch S tronic gearbox should be checked for any fluid leaks beneath the vehicle, and a cold start should be observed for excessive diesel clatter or emissions smoke, which could indicate adblue system issues common to TDI units. Brake discs should be examined for any lipping or corrosion jacking, and the electronic handbrake and calliper sliders should be exercised to ensure no binding has developed from infrequent use. On the test drive, listen carefully for any suspension clonks or knocks over speed humps and uneven surfaces, as coil springs and lower control arm bushes can deteriorate on the Q5 without necessarily producing an MOT failure. Pay close attention to any vibration through the steering wheel or brake pedal, which may indicate warped brake discs that passed MOT but would be felt in normal driving. Verify that the MHEV belt-driven starter-generator system is operating smoothly, with no dashboard warnings related to the mild hybrid function. Finally, confirm that the vehicle has a fully stamped service history, particularly for the diesel particulate filter, cambelt if applicable, and most recent oil change, as time-based fluid degradation such as brake fluid and coolant should also be addressed according to schedule rather than purely by mileage.