2018 Audi A5 1.4L Petrol · FH18 BZD

A consistent record of roadworthiness is punctuated by a single dangerous failure regarding rear brake pad thickness in August 2025, though the vehicle has since maintained a clean bill of health, including a defect-free pass on 2026-08-09. Aside from this specific safety failure, the testing history shows a stable trend with very few advisories, suggesting the vehicle generally meets DVSA standards without chronic mechanical degradation. With 69,666 miles recorded over eight years, the vehicle has averaged approximately 8,708 miles per year. This represents a typical usage profile for this age of car, meaning the drivetrain and suspension components have likely experienced a standard rate of wear and tear. There are no significant gaps in the testing history or sudden spikes in mileage that would indicate unusual operational stress or prolonged periods of inactivity. Attention should be directed toward the braking system given the dangerous failure for rear brake pads in 2025. While this was rectified for the subsequent pass, a test drive should focus on the smoothness of deceleration and the absence of any pedal judder or grinding noises that could indicate uneven disc wear or caliper binding. Additionally, the 2022 advisories regarding worn front tyres and perishing rear tyres necessitate a close inspection of the current tyre sidewalls for similar cracking or uneven edge wear. The 2021 advisory regarding undertrays obstructing a full inspection means that certain chassis components may not have been fully visible to the inspector during that period. A physical inspection should confirm that these trays are secure and that there are no signs of oil misting or fluid leaks emanating from the engine or gearbox that were previously obscured. Listen for any knocks or rattles from the underbody during the test drive to ensure the structural integrity of the mounting points and trays.