Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2013 Audi Q5?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2013 Audi Q5?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2013 Audi Q5?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2013 Audi Q5 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

27% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2013 Audi Q5 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 6,631 vehicles, the 2013 Audi Q5 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 87.7%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2013 Audi Q5?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2013 Audi Q5 are: Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (42.9% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (39% of vehicles), Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (38.7% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2013 Audi Q5?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Audi Q5 (2013)

6,631 real MOT outcomes analysed • 87.7% first-time pass rate

2013 Audi Q5

CarHunch analysed 6,631 real MOT records for the 2013 Audi Q5. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2013 Audi Q5 passes its MOT first time at 87.7%, well above the UK average of 80%, which is genuinely reassuring—but the dangerous defect rate of 27% is a meaningful concern, suggesting roughly one in four of these cars have experienced serious safety issues at some point. Diesel and petrol variants perform identically, both at 87.7%, so fuel choice won't affect reliability expectations.

At 72,000 miles average, these Q5s are mid-range for their age, indicating normal use rather than cherished low-milers or bargain basements. The average car will need 1.5 repairs and rack up 11 advisories over its MOT life, which is workable wear-and-tear; before buying, have a full independent inspection focus on the suspension, electrical systems, and brake condition—areas where Q5s commonly stumble.

The 2013 Audi Q5 has a decent first-time pass rate (87.7%), but a higher-than-average share of vehicles have had serious defects recorded — the individual vehicle's history matters a lot here.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

87.7%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

27%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.49

Over 10.9 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

72k

Middle half: 58k–88k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 87.7% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 11.3 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 6,631 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 6,631 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 42.9%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 38.7%

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Other issues 24.5%

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt · Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view · Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt · …

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2013.

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Before you buy a 2013 Audi Q5

Based on MOT data from 6,631 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 27% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (91%)	6,039	87.7%	1.49
Petrol (9%)	591	87.6%	1.44

Colour Breakdown

Based on 102,449 Audi Q5 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 29.7%

30,414

Black 27.2%

27,899

Blue 17.9%

18,386

White 16.7%

17,131

Silver 6.6%

6,790

Red 1.1%

1,174

Green 0.2%

248

Brown 0.2%

215

Beige 0.1%

Purple 0.1%

Maroon 0%

Orange 0%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2013 Audi Q5 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

71,961

typical

58,035

low mileage

88,296

high mileage

Half of all 2013 Audi Q5 vehicles fall between 58,035 and 88,296 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 58,035 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 58,035–88,296 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2013 Audi Q5s sit.

⚠ Over 119,199 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2013 Audi Q5 — Still on the Road

Almost all 2013 Audi Q5s are still on the road.

Strong survival — 5,818 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 94% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2016–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

10.9

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.49

Avg failures per vehicle

11.3

Avg advisories per vehicle

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