2010 Audi A5 2.0L Petrol · CV10 VSZ

The Audi A5 presents a clean MOT record with no defects recorded across its three most recent tests, the latest being a pass with zero advisories on 24 May 2024 at 115,367 miles. This indicates a stable and improving maintenance trend, as the vehicle has consistently met the required standard without any recurring mechanical or structural concerns. The absence of corrosion, suspension wear, braking faults, or emissions failures in the official record suggests diligent upkeep and no underlying issues that a tester felt warranted even an advisory note. The mileage pattern reveals an unusual trajectory that warrants attention. Between the test on 23 September 2021 at 108,718 miles and the next test on 26 May 2023 at 109,042 miles, the car covered just 324 miles over roughly 20 months, pointing to a prolonged period of very light use or storage. In the following 12 months, however, it accumulated 6,325 miles, reaching 115,367 miles by May 2024. This sudden increase after a near-standstill can place fresh demands on components that may have deteriorated through inactivity rather than wear, such as perished rubber hoses, seized brake calipers, or flat-spotted tyres. The overall annualised figure of around 7,210 miles is typical for the age, but the lopsided distribution is the key detail. A buyer should prioritise a thorough in-person inspection focused on the effects of that extended low-mileage period. Check the tyre sidewalls for cracking and the tread for uneven wear, as tyres can age out before they wear out. Examine the brake discs for surface corrosion and the caliper slides for free movement, since a car standing for long stretches often develops binding brakes that only manifest under sustained use. Inspect all rubber suspension bushes and engine mounts for perishing, and assess the exhaust system for internal condensation corrosion that can accumulate when the car is rarely driven to full operating temperature. The clean MOT record is reassuring, but the mileage gap means a physical check of these static-age components is essential before purchase.