2011 Audi A5 2.0L Diesel · 2 MFJ

The 2011 Audi A5 presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a completely clean pass at 144,721 miles on 21 November 2025 with zero defects recorded. That most recent test is now roughly seven months old as of June 2026, meaning the vehicle has likely covered several thousand miles since its last examination without any fresh advisory data available. The trajectory from 2021 through 2025 shows a clear shift from minor tyre wear advisories toward a fully defect-free result, suggesting the last keeper addressed basic consumable upkeep consistently. The mileage accumulation of roughly 9,648 miles per year over fifteen years sits squarely within typical use for this age of vehicle. The recorded intervals show steady annual progression: 117,630 miles in July 2021, 127,585 miles in July 2022, 138,098 miles in August 2023, and 144,721 miles in November 2025. There are no alarming gaps or sudden jumps in the odometer readings that would suggest long periods of standing or clocking concerns. The data set is relatively sparse with only five tests across five years, but the consistency of the annual accumulation supports genuine, regular use rather than neglect or tampering. The recurring theme across this vehicle's MOT history is tyre wear, not structural or mechanical failure. The August 2023 failure flagged both front tyres below the 1.0mm minimum depth, and the July 2022 test noted the nearside rear tyre worn close to the legal limit on its edge. Both issues were subsequently resolved before the next test. No suspension components, brake system faults, exhaust emissions failures, or corrosion-related advisories appear anywhere in the record. For a fifteen-year-old Audi A5, the absence of any structural integrity or drivetrain advisories is a positive indicator. A prospective buyer should still carry out a thorough in-person inspection focused on areas the MOT does not fully stress-test. Check the inner and outer edges of all four tyres for uneven wear patterns that could point to tracking or suspension bush degradation. Examine the brake discs and pads for lipping and thickness, particularly at the rear, since binding rear calipers are a known issue on this generation A5. Inspect the underside for corrosion on subframes, suspension mounting points, and around the sills, as structural rust can develop quietly on older Audi platforms. The clean MOT record is encouraging, but a pre-purchase inspection covering these mechanical and structural areas remains the sensible course before committing.