AUDI A52007 · 3.0L DIESEL

The 2007 Audi A5 presents a largely stable but incomplete maintenance picture based on the available DVSA MOT records. The most recent test, conducted on 7 November 2013 at 64,866 miles, passed with only a minor advisory for slight graunching at the steering rack. This was a new defect compared to the previous three consecutive clean passes, suggesting the onset of wear in the steering rack inner track rod or associated joints. Critically, no MOT record exists after November 2013, meaning the vehicle has had no documented roadworthiness assessment for nearly thirteen years as of June 2026. The maintenance trend cannot be classified as improving or worsening beyond that single advisory, but the prolonged absence of testing raises serious concerns about unchecked deterioration. The mileage pattern itself is unusual and warrants careful scrutiny. Between October 2010 and October 2012, the car covered approximately 17,000 miles in two years, averaging around 8,500 miles annually. However, from October 2012 to November 2013, the recorded mileage jumped from 55,696 to 64,866, an increase of 9,170 miles in just over twelve months. After that point, the mileage appears to have remained static at 64,866 for over a decade. For a vehicle now nineteen years old with a recorded average of roughly 3,414 miles per year, this pattern suggests either a genuine period of very light use, a vehicle that has been largely stationary since 2013, or a potential discrepancy in the recorded mileage. A buyer must verify the true condition and usage history through service records and a physical inspection. The single flagged defect, slight graunching at the steering rack, points directly to wear in the steering mechanism. On a vehicle of this age and apparent long-term stationary storage, this should not be viewed in isolation. A buyer must physically inspect the steering rack boots for splits, check for excessive play in the inner and outer track rod ends, and assess the condition of the power steering fluid and pump. Beyond the steering, prolonged inactivity accelerates deterioration of rubber suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake system components such as binding calipers or corroded brake discs and pipes. Tyres will almost certainly require replacement regardless of remaining tread depth due to age-related sidewall cracking and perishing. Structural integrity is the primary concern for any vehicle that may have stood unused for extended periods. A thorough underside inspection is essential to check for corrosion on subframes, sills, suspension mounting points, and brake lines. Exhaust emissions compliance cannot be verified without a recent test, and the engine, gearbox, and drivetrain must be assessed for leaks, oil degradation, and coolant system condition. The absence of any MOT record since 2013 means this Audi A5 is effectively sold as an untested, long-term stored vehicle, and a pre-purchase mechanical inspection by a qualified technician is strongly advised before any commitment.