2015 Audi A5 S Line TDI 2.0L Heavy oil · BN65 HAA

A pattern of recent clean MOT results follows a period of recorded component wear and a suspension-related failure. While the 2025-09-06 test resulted in a pass with no defects, the vehicle's history shows a transition from several advisories regarding consumables in 2019 and 2021 to a major failure in August 2022 involving excessively worn nearside and offside front lower suspension arm bushes. Since that failure was addressed, the vehicle has maintained a clean record through the 2023, 2024, and 2025 inspections, suggesting that the specific mechanical issues identified in the earlier years have been rectified. The vehicle has covered 89,332 miles over its eleven-year lifespan, averaging approximately 8,121 miles per year. This represents a standard usage profile for a vehicle of this age, suggesting consistent rather than sporadic use. Mechanically, this level of annual accumulation typically implies a predictable rate of wear on consumable items such as brake pads, discs, and tyres, rather than the accelerated degradation often seen in high-mileage vehicles or the potential for seized components and fluid degradation associated with very low-mileage, long-term stationary use. Prospective buyers should pay close attention to the front end of the vehicle during a test drive to ensure the previous suspension arm bush failures have been fully resolved. Listen for any knocking, clunking, or irregular thudding sounds when driving over uneven road surfaces or speed bumps, as these can indicate renewed wear in the suspension bushes or ball joints. Additionally, because the 2021 record noted pitted or scored front brake discs and thinning rear brake pads, it is advisable to check for any pedal judder or vibration under braking, which could indicate uneven disc wear or binding calipers. The history of tyre advisories near the legal limit in 2019 and 2021 also warrants a visual inspection of the current tread depth and evenness of wear across all four tyres. Check specifically for any signs of uneven wear on the inner or outer edges, which could point to underlying alignment issues or worn suspension geometry. While the most recent tests show no current defects, verifying the condition of the braking system and the stability of the front suspension remains the primary mechanical priority based on the documented history.