2018 Audi A5 2.0L Diesel · EF18 XNG

The 2018 Audi A5 holds a current MOT valid until 2 November 2026, having passed its most recent test on 3 November 2025 at 67,754 miles. The overall maintenance trend is stable. The vehicle has consistently passed its annual tests, with only minor, low-risk advisories recorded in the latest inspection. A small windscreen stone chip and a deteriorated rear registration plate were noted, neither of which affected the pass outcome. The only recorded failure occurred in November 2024, when a structural tear in the offside rear tyre prompted a retest, which was passed cleanly the following day. No recurring mechanical or structural defects appear across the record, suggesting the car has been maintained to a reasonable standard. The recorded mileage of 67,754 miles over approximately eight years equates to roughly 8,469 miles per year, which is typical for a vehicle of this age and class. The annual mileage accumulation has been steady, with no significant gaps or sudden jumps in the data. The 9,254-mile increase between September 2023 and November 2024 is the largest single-year jump, but it remains within normal parameters and does not indicate excessive use. The mileage progression aligns with the test dates, showing no anomalies that would suggest the car has been standing idle or tampered with. A prospective buyer should pay close attention to the condition of the rear tyres, given the 2024 failure for a structural tear caused by separation of the cord material. This type of defect can occur due to age, underinflation, or impact damage, so both rear tyres should be inspected for sidewall bulging, cracking, or uneven wear. The advisories from the November 2025 test are minor, but the windscreen chip should be monitored for any spread, particularly if it sits within the driver's line of sight. The rear registration plate deterioration is a cosmetic issue but worth verifying for legibility. The brake pads were flagged as wearing thin in October 2022, yet no further brake-related advisories have appeared in subsequent tests, implying the components were replaced. Still, a buyer should verify the current condition of the front and rear brake pads and discs during any pre-purchase inspection. With no other recurring faults on record, the mechanical history presents a broadly positive picture. A physical inspection should focus on suspension bushes, exhaust emissions compliance, and structural corrosion around the subframes and inner wing arches, as these are common areas of concern on Audi A5 models of this generation.