2012 Audi A5 2.0L Diesel · HC56 ART

The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness based on a consistent history of clean passes over the last five years. The most recent inspection on 12 July 2025 at 148,880 miles resulted in no recorded defects, maintaining a perfect record of advisory-free tests. This trend suggests a stable maintenance regime where the previous owner has proactively addressed mechanical and safety requirements before they escalated into test failures. The mileage accumulation is remarkably consistent for a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,600 miles per annum. Between July 2021 and July 2025, the car covered 22,626 miles, showing steady usage of roughly 4,000 to 7,000 miles per annual interval. This regular pattern indicates consistent use rather than long periods of standing, which is generally beneficial for engine seals, rubber components, and braking systems that suffer from corrosion or seizing associated with stagnant low-mileage vehicles. While the MOT record shows no recurring advisories or failures, a physical inspection should focus on high-wear components that fall outside the scope of standard testing. A buyer should verify the condition of the control arm bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers, as these often show degradation at 140,000 miles. Given the age, checking for any hairline corrosion on the subframe and inspecting the integrity of the exhaust system remains essential to ensure the structural condition remains as sound as the digital history suggests.