2013 Audi A5 2.0L Diesel · AC60 AFC

The latest MOT test conducted on 17 April 2025 resulted in a pass with no recorded defects. Reviewing the history back to 2023, the maintenance trend appears stable. Although the vehicle recorded failures in April 2024 and April 2025, these were resolved within a few days, and the subsequent pass certificates were entirely clean. The absence of any recorded advisories over the last three years suggests that the vehicle has been maintained to a standard that consistently meets the minimum legal requirements for roadworthiness. The vehicle has covered 174,014 miles over approximately 13 years, averaging roughly 13,386 miles per year. This is considered high usage for this model and age. Such a high mileage accumulation indicates significant cumulative wear on the drivetrain, engine internals, and chassis components. While the MOT history is clean, the mechanical fatigue associated with nearly 175,000 miles is inevitable, meaning the buyer should expect a higher frequency of component failure and a greater need for preventative maintenance compared to a lower mileage example. Given the lack of specific MOT advisories, the inspection must focus on high-mileage wear and tear that may not yet be critical enough to fail a test. The buyer should carefully examine the suspension bushes and coil springs for signs of perishing or fatigue, as these often degrade gradually. During a test drive, listen for any clunks or knocks when traversing uneven road surfaces and feel for any vagueness in the steering, which would indicate worn control arm bushings or steering rack play. The brake discs should be checked for significant lipping and the calipers for any signs of binding or uneven pad wear. Critical attention must be paid to the service history to verify the replacement intervals of the timing belt and water pump, as these are vital components that cannot be assessed via an MOT. The buyer should also check for oil leaks around the engine seals and verify the condition of the transmission fluid. Finally, inspect the tyres for uneven wear patterns that could suggest wheel misalignment and ensure the 12V battery is holding a healthy charge, as high-mileage vehicles often see a cascading failure of older electrical components.