2014 Audi A5 2.0L Diesel · DF10 ARN

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a persistent trend of neglected wear-related items. While the most recent test in January 2026 at 50,084 miles passed, the tester again flagged front tyres worn to the legal limit and deteriorated front suspension arm bushes. This follows a recurring pattern seen in both 2023 and 2024, indicating that the owner only addresses components once they reach the point of failure rather than following a preventative maintenance schedule. At 12 years old, the recorded mileage of 50,084 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 4,174 miles per year. The usage pattern shows consistent annual intervals, with roughly 6,300 miles driven between January 2024 and January 2025, and another 6,321 miles in the year leading to the latest test. However, low mileage often correlates with the degradation of rubber components due to dry rot, which aligns with the repeated issues regarding suspension bushes and brake pads noted across the record. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the front suspension, as the arm pins and bushes have been flagged in every single MOT test since 2023. Despite these faults not yet resulting in excessive movement, the ongoing wear suggests the rubber is reaching the end of its structural life. The braking system also requires attention; the 2024 failure for thin offside rear pads and the 2023 advisory for thin rear pads suggest that the braking hardware is not being monitored regularly. The tyre history shows a pattern of poor care, evidenced by structural tears found on the rear tyres in 2024 and consistent inner-edge wear in 2023 and 2026. This uneven wear often indicates an incorrect wheel alignment that has likely remained unaddressed. Before purchasing, the buyer should verify the condition of all four tyres and ensure that the low-mileage status has not masked seized calipers or corrosion from long periods of inactivity.