2008 Audi A5 3.0L Diesel · FM08 OYY

The Audi A5 passed its most recent MOT on 20 February 2024 at 135,055 miles with no defects recorded, indicating a currently roadworthy status. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the test history shows a recurring pattern of initial failures followed by immediate passes, with failures logged on 14 February 2024 at 135,054 miles and 6 January 2023 at 127,157 miles, both with no defects recorded. This suggests administrative or presentation issues at test rather than worsening mechanical condition, as each failure was corrected within days without listed faults. The recorded mileage of 135,055 over roughly 18 years equates to about 7,500 miles per year, which is typical for the vehicle's age. From the 18 January 2022 test at 122,907 miles to the 11 January 2023 pass at 127,157 miles, the car covered only 4,250 miles in twelve months. A further 7,898 miles were added by February 2024. The sparse record with no advisories across five tests implies either light use or minimal documented wear, but the two failure-then-pass cycles at identical mileages show the car was presented without resolved faults on first attempt. A buyer should physically inspect the vehicle for hidden corrosion on structural members and suspension mounting points, as the MOT listed no advisories yet older Audis of this era commonly suffer subframe rust. Examine brake discs and calipers for binding or uneven wear, and check suspension bushes and coil springs for degradation not captured in the clean records. The repeated no-defect failures warrant verification that the VIN and documentation match and that no suppressed faults exist from prior test disputes.