2017 Audi A5 3.0L Petrol · FN67 HSG

The 2017 Audi A5 presents a highly stable and impeccable maintenance trend, culminating in a completely clean pass at its most recent MOT on 17 September 2025 at 104,770 miles. The tester recorded zero defects, continuing a flawless record spanning at least four years. This pattern indicates a vehicle that has been consistently maintained to a high mechanical standard, with no recurring faults or emerging issues requiring remedial attention. The mileage accumulation reveals a distinct shift in usage over the vehicle's nine-year life. Between the June 2022 test at 58,128 miles and the June 2024 test at 100,143 miles, the car covered over 42,000 miles in two years, indicating a period of intense, long-distance touring. However, usage dropped sharply thereafter; the vehicle accumulated just 1,435 miles in the eleven months preceding the September 2025 test. Such a sudden transition from high mileage to near-static use warrants attention, as prolonged standing can cause flat-spotting on tyres and corrosion on brake discs. Despite the unblemished MOT record, a physical inspection must focus on components subject to age-related degradation rather than outright failure. Check the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs for deterioration, as high-mileage driving accelerates wear that might not trigger an MOT failure but affects structural integrity. Inspect the brake discs and calipers for surface corrosion resulting from the recent low mileage, which can cause binding or juddering. Examine the tyres closely for cracking or flat-spotting, and verify the exhaust emissions system remains compliant given the extended period of short, cold-start journeys typical of a car standing idle.