2020 Audi A5 S Line 35 TDI Mhev S-A 2.0L Diesel · GY20 HBJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the most recent inspection indicates a lapse in proactive maintenance. While the car passed its MOT in April 2026 at 35,517 miles, it had failed just eight days prior at 35,516 miles due to a split offside front outer drive shaft CV boot and a seized rear auto headlight adjuster bar. These mechanical faults were rectified to secure the retest, but the presence of the failure suggests the owner may only address issues upon legal requirement rather than performing scheduled preventative checks. The mileage profile is consistently low for a six-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,900 miles annually. The record shows steady usage from 10,984 miles in 2023 to over 35,000 miles with a notable jump of 10,000 miles between July 2024 and June 2025. This low mileage generally implies less wear on the drivetrain and suspension components, though long periods of standing can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components and the seizing of mechanical linkages, as seen with the reported headlight adjuster bar. A prospective buyer should personally inspect the offside front drive shaft area to ensure the replacement boot is not leaking grease and that the joint remains free of play. The tester also flagged chunks missing from the nearside rear tyre outer wall in April 2026; this should be checked for structural integrity to ensure it is not nearing sidewall failure. Given the clean history of the previous years, the primary focus should remain on checking for signs of brake corrosion or brake spotting which can affect low-mileage vehicles that sit stationary.