2016 Audi A5 3.0L Petrol · GY16 PVL

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, having passed its most recent inspection in July 2025 at 60,392 miles with no recorded defects. The maintenance trend shows signs of improvement following a period of recurring issues in 2023 and 2024. While previous tests flagged multiple points of concern, the clean sheet from the latest test indicates that the owner addressed the identified mechanical and tyre faults between the final testing cycles. At ten years of age, the recorded 60,392 miles represent approximately 6,000 miles per year, which aligns with typical low usage for this vehicle class. The mileage accumulation remains consistent between test intervals, with roughly 6,500 miles driven between July 2024 and 2025, and another 6,500 miles between July 2023 and 2024. This regularity suggests the car has not suffered from long periods of stationary neglect, which is beneficial for rubber components and fluid seals. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension components, as the July 2024 test noted a light oil misting on the offside front shock absorber. While this did not cause a failure, misting often precedes a total seal failure and subsequent leak. The history also shows a pattern of uneven tyre wear and low tread depth across 2023 and 2024, which points to potential alignment issues or worn suspension bushes. A physical check of the tyre geometry is necessary to ensure these issues have been rectified. The exhaust system leak noted on both centre sleeves in 2024 should be verified to ensure the repair was permanent and not merely a temporary patch. Given the previous failure for a structural tyre bulge in 2023, the current set of tyres must be examined for impact damage or deformation. Beyond these specific areas, the record does not indicate any structural corrosion or deep mechanical failures that require immediate attention.