2014 Audi A5 2.0L Petrol · BU04 ADE

Based on the DVSA MOT history supplied, the 2014 Audi A5 presents a mixed but broadly stable roadworthiness picture. The most recent activity, recorded on 30 December 2025, produced both a pass and a failure on the same date; the vehicle was ultimately cleared, but only after the nearside front direction indicator was rectified, a fault classified as a major repairable item under section 4.4.1 (a) (ii). The failure immediately before this clean pass suggests the car has been the subject of pre-test remediation rather than routine inspection readiness. The trend across the four recorded tests is neither clearly worsening nor improving, though the advisory count has been low, and no further advisories have surfaced since the 2024 test. The mileage progression indicates steady, moderate use consistent with the vehicle's age. With 126,760 miles accumulated over roughly twelve years, the average works out to around 10,560 miles per year, which sits within normal parameters for a car of this type. The annual tests were conducted close to their anniversary dates in December, except for the 2022 entry which fell slightly early on 3 December. No anomalous mileage gaps or sudden spikes are evident from the intervals supplied; the record simply shows consistent yearly attendance rather than a service-driven narrative. A buyer should pay particular attention to the suspension and undercarriage, as the record reveals early signs of wear in these areas. The 2022 test flagged a severely deteriorated offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover, recorded as a minor, which warrants a physical check for perished rubbers, play in the joint, and any subsequent replacement evidence. The 2024 advisory noting light oil misting on both rear shock absorbers points to the early stages of seal degradation, something an inspector should evaluate for progression, as shocks rarely recover once misting begins. Additionally, the 2023 advisory concerning all four tyres being worn close to the legal limit, combined with the 2022 entry noting a nail in the nearside rear tyre, suggests that tyre condition and basic consumable upkeep have not always been prioritised. An in-person inspection of current tyre age, tread depth, brake disc wear, and exhaust integrity would be prudent before purchase. Based on the data available, this vehicle carries a Medium buying risk with a score of 55. The record is relatively clean with no structural advisories or recurring major failures, but the late 2025 indicator failure and the suspension-related advisories mean a thorough physical inspection remains advisable.