2020 AUDI A52.0L PETROL

The 2020 Audi A5 presents a strong mechanical record, with the most recent MOT on 10 January 2026 at 34,780 miles returning a completely clean pass and zero defects. The overall maintenance trend is stable and, by recent evidence, improving. The only recorded advisory cluster appeared in the January 2025 test at 30,248 miles, where the tester flagged perishing on the offside rear tyre and surface corrosion on both rear coil spring mountings, though neither was deemed seriously weakened. Crucially, those items did not recur in the 2026 test, suggesting the corrosion was addressed or has not progressed to a failure point, and the tyre was replaced as a routine consumable. Mileage accumulation tells a story of low, consistent use. The car covered roughly 6,500 miles between January 2023 and January 2024, then approximately 6,500 miles again between January 2024 and January 2025, before climbing to 4,532 miles in the 2025–2026 period. At just under 5,800 miles per year on average, this is well below the UK typical of 8,000–12,000. The steady increments indicate regular, light use rather than long periods of dormancy, which is positive for mechanical health. No gaps or sudden spikes appear in the record. Despite the clean recent result, a buyer should still inspect the rear suspension closely. The 2025 advisories on both rear coil spring mountings point to a known vulnerability on this generation Audi platform, where corrosion can take hold at the top mount area and eventually lead to coil spring fracture or mounting failure if left unchecked. Check for fresh underseal or paintwork around the rear strut tops, which could indicate cosmetic cover-up rather than genuine repair. Examine the offside rear tyre sidewall for any renewed cracking or perishing, and verify the tyre's age code to confirm it post-dates the January 2025 advisory. A brief test drive over uneven surfaces will reveal any knocking from the rear that could suggest the mountings have deteriorated since the last test. Beyond the flagged items, the clean 2026 pass at nearly 35,000 miles suggests the braking system, exhaust emissions, and structural integrity are all in good order. Still, given the car's age, a buyer should inspect the underside for any fresh stone-chip damage or underbody corrosion, particularly around the sills and subframes. The low annual mileage means short trips may have been the norm, so check the exhaust for signs of moisture trapping and review any service records to confirm the engine oil and filter have been changed at least annually, not just at long intervals.