2015 Audi A5 3.0L Petrol · HT15 OMB

The vehicle presents a worsening maintenance trend regarding mechanical wear and component degradation. While the 2025-09-03 test resulted in a pass, the record shows an increasing number of advisories compared to previous years. The most recent inspection flagged deteriorating suspension components and damping issues, moving away from the clean records seen in 2022 and 2023. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 7,700 miles per year. The recorded jump from 45,708 miles in July 2022 to 60,367 miles in August 2023 indicates steady usage. The subsequent progression to 77,834 miles in September 2024 and 85,146 miles in September 2025 confirms a stable driving pattern without evidence of long periods of inactivity or excessive high-speed motorway mileage. A buyer should prepare for immediate or upcoming expenditure on suspension and braking systems. The 2025 test identified a severely deteriorated nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover and reduced damping in both rear shock absorbers. These issues, combined with the brake disc wear noted in both the 2024 and 2025 tests, suggest the vehicle is entering a phase of replacing major wear items. The history also reveals a pattern of neglected tyre maintenance. The failure on 2023-08-17 due to four tyres being below legal limits or having damaged sidewalls, followed by the 2024 advisories for front tyre wear, suggests the previous owner occasionally deferred basic consumable upkeep. A physical inspection should confirm the current condition of all four tyres and check for any signs of uneven wear that might indicate underlying alignment or steering issues.