2016 Audi A5 2.0L Diesel · FM66 AHA

A clean and consistent record of MOT pass results across the 2022 to 2025 testing cycle, with no advisories or defects recorded on any of the four valid tests, establishes this 2016 Audi A5 as a vehicle with a verified track record of roadworthiness. The most recent assessment on 29 December 2025 produced another pass with no defects recorded, continuing a stable trend that extends back through the January 2025, January 2024, and December 2022 examinations. A separate failure is also logged against 23 December 2022, though no specific defect details were captured against that entry, meaning the precise cause of the initial refusal cannot be determined from the record alone; however, the immediate subsequent pass on the same date demonstrates that whatever concern was identified was rectified and the vehicle subsequently cleared the next three annual tests without a single advisory being issued. Recorded mileage of 80,736 miles across ten years equates to an annual accumulation of roughly 8,074 miles, which is broadly typical for a vehicle of this age and segment. There is a notable absence of mileage progression between the December 2022 pass and the January 2024 test, suggesting either a period of limited use or a possible odometer reading omission in the record, though no anomaly in the available figures indicates any irregularity. Given that there are no advisories on file relating to wear-related components such as tyres, brake components, or suspension items, the recorded usage appears to be commensurate with the mechanical condition observed at test. For a turbocharged petrol or diesel Audi A5 of this generation sitting at this mileage, attention should still be directed towards age-related items that fall outside the scope of standard MOT testing, including the timing chain or belt service interval, dual-mass flywheel condition on manual variants, and the integrity of the Mechatronics unit on automatic gearbox models. On a physical inspection and test drive, particular attention should be paid to the suspension system, as the multi-link front and rear architectures fitted to this model are susceptible to wear in the control arm bushes, wishbone bearings, and anti-roll bar links. Listen for clonking or knocking noises from the front end over uneven road surfaces and feel for vagueness or play through the steering wheel, which would indicate worn front suspension components. Brake feel should be assessed for firmness under pedal pressure and smooth retardation without any juddering sensation through the steering, which could point to warped front discs, a known wear item on heavier Audi models at this mileage. The engine bay should be examined for any signs of oil seepage from the cam chain area or around the sump and turbocharger oil feed lines, and a cold start should be observed for any timing chain rattle that does not quickly subside. The exhaust system, particularly the mounting brackets and flexible joint sections, should be inspected for corrosion, as salt-laden winter use can accelerate deterioration on the rear silencer and centre sections. Coolant and oil level checks are advisable to confirm regular servicing intervals have been upheld, and the underside of the vehicle should be examined on a ramp for any corrosion to subframe mounting points, brake lines, and the fuel system, all of which are critical structural and safety items. Given the absence of any recorded advisories across multiple tests, the vehicle presents as a sound candidate, though the failure recorded in December 2022 warrants direct enquiry with the vendor to confirm the nature of the defect and the rectification work carried out before purchase.