2010 Audi A5 2.0L Petrol · AG10 BAZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The latest test in November 2024 at 128,049 miles identified a severely deteriorated nearside front outer drive shaft constant velocity boot. While the car passed despite this defect, the condition indicates a failure to monitor rubber components before they reach a critical state of decay, potentially leading to premature failure of the drive joint if the boot is not replaced immediately. At 128,049 miles over sixteen years, the Audi has averaged approximately 8,000 miles per annum, which aligns with typical usage for a premium grander of this age. The record shows consistent usage patterns, with roughly 13,000 miles covered between December 2023 and November 2024. However, the failure in August 2022 at 103,992 miles due to exposed cords on the nearside front tyre and uneven wear on the offside front suggests a period where basic safety-critical maintenance and alignment were neglected by the previous owner. A buyer must physically inspect the front drive assembly to ensure the aforementioned deteriorated CV boot has not allowed grease to escape or grit to enter the joint. Given the previous tyre wear issues in 2022, a thorough check of the suspension geometry and rubber bushings is necessary to rule out persistent tracking faults. The lack of recorded structural advisories or brake corrosion in the recent history suggests the chassis remains sound, but the age-related wear typical of a high-mileage Audi requires a close look at subframe rust and oil leaks that the MOT process does not always capture.