2013 Audi A5 2.0L Diesel · FY13 NTM

A clean slate across five consecutive MOT tests spanning 2021 through early September 2025 establishes a strong and uninterrupted record of roadworthiness for this 2013 Audi A5, with no advisories, failures, or recorded defects of any description. The most recent examination on 6 September 2025 returned a pass with no defects recorded, mirroring the outcomes of the four prior annual tests on 30 August 2024, 11 September 2023, 12 September 2022, and 7 September 2021. While the absence of advisories is a positive commercial signal, it is worth recognising that the MOT assessment is a minimum roadworthiness standard and does not preclude the existence of wear items approaching, but not yet exceeding, the failure threshold. Nevertheless, the consistency of clean passes over a five-year window does suggest that the braking, suspension, exhaust, lighting, and structural integrity items have remained within legal tolerances throughout this period. The recorded mileage of 141,976 miles against a thirteen-year vehicle age equates to an annual accumulation of approximately 10,921 miles, which sits comfortably within the typical range for a vehicle of this vintage and class. There are no extended gaps in the testing history, indicating continuous use on the road rather than long-term storage that could precipitate issues such as perished rubber components, seized brake calipers, or deteriorated fuel system seals. The annual MOT cycle from 2021 to 2025 shows steady, consistent usage rather than any dramatic spikes or drops in mileage that might suggest fleet use, towing demands, or intermittent operation. Mechanically, this steady utilisation profile is favourable, as regularly driven vehicles tend to suffer fewer issues from standing degradation, provided that routine servicing has been kept pace with the accumulated distance. At nearly 142,000 miles, however, this A5 is now firmly in high-mileage territory, and certain components will be approaching or beyond their conventional service life even though they have not yet been flagged as defective. The Audi A5 of this generation is known for wear in the front suspension, particularly the control arm bushes, anti-roll bar drop links, and top mount bearings, none of which can be conclusively assessed from the MOT data alone. On a test drive, listen for clonking or knocking noises from the front end over speed humps and uneven surfaces, and pay particular attention to any vagueness or wandering in the steering, which could indicate worn tie rod ends or compliance bushes. Similarly, the multi-link rear suspension on these models can develop knocking from the trailing arm bushes as mileage accumulates. Given that no brake-related advisories have appeared, the discs and pads have either been renewed or are operating within limits, but a road test should include several firm applications to check for pedal judder suggesting warped front discs, and any pulling to one side that might indicate a binding caliper. Beyond the suspension and braking components, a prospective buyer should focus on the engine and transmission condition, as these areas are not exercised by the MOT test. The 2.0 TFSI petrol and 2.0 TDI diesel units fitted to the A5 at this age and mileage can suffer from oil consumption issues, timing chain stretch on the petrol variants, and dual-clutch gearbox mechatronic concerns on the S-tronic equipped cars. Listen for any rattle from the timing chain area on cold start, observe the exhaust for blue smoke indicative of oil burn, and check the underside for any signs of oil misting or weeping from the sump, cam chain cover, or turbo oil lines. Inspect the coolant reservoir for any traces of emulsification, which could point to head gasket concerns, and ensure the automatic gearbox changes smoothly through all gears without hesitation or shudder. A diagnostic scan for stored fault codes, particularly within the DSG mechatronic module or engine management system, would provide valuable reassurance given the mileage bracket, complementing the otherwise impeccable MOT record this vehicle has maintained.