2023 Audi S5 Black ED TDI Mhev Quattro A 3.0L Diesel · AP52 LAN

The most recent MOT test on February 2, 2026, confirms the vehicle passed without recorded defects, though it was previously failed on January 28—a rare but unexplained anomaly given no defects were logged. The absence of advisories or recurring issues in the latest pass suggests the vehicle met all statutory requirements at the time, though the abrupt fail-to-pass transition warrants scrutiny of whether the test centre’s system or a temporary oversight played a role. No evidence of persistent mechanical or structural concerns emerges from the record, but the lack of pre-failure advisories means critical wear—such as suspension bushes, brake binding, or exhaust leaks—may have gone unnoticed between tests. The recorded mileage of 27,475 miles over approximately three years aligns with typical usage patterns for this vehicle’s age, averaging around 9,158 miles annually. There are no gaps or spikes in the MOT history to suggest prolonged neglect or aggressive driving, though the sparse data (only two tests in 2026) limits deeper insight. Without earlier MOTs or service records, it’s impossible to confirm whether earlier owners maintained the vehicle diligently or deferred routine checks. The current mileage suggests consumables like brake pads, tyres, and wiper blades may approach their serviceable limits, but no red flags indicate catastrophic wear. Given the lack of defects in the latest pass, an in-person inspection should prioritise components that often fail without warning: the suspension (check for cracked coil springs, worn bushes, or excessive play in the rear Quattro linkages), brakes (listen for grinding or pulsation—binding calipers or warped discs could have been missed), and exhaust emissions (a sudden fail-to-pass suggests a possible catalytic converter or turbo issue). Corrosion is less likely at this mileage, but inspect wheel arches, subframes, and underbody for hidden rust, particularly around the Audi’s aluminium-intensive chassis. The MHEV hybrid system should be checked for any warning lights or fluid leaks, as hybrid-specific faults are rarely caught in basic MOTs.