2017 Audi A5 2.0L Diesel · L5 DOM

The 2017 Audi A5 presents a stable and largely reassuring maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on the most recent MOT dated 23 March 2026 at 92,270 miles. The sole advisory raised during that test concerned rear brake pads wearing thin, a routine consumable wear item rather than an underlying mechanical fault. The preceding four annual tests from 2022 through 2025 all passed without any defects or advisories recorded, indicating consistent upkeep and no recurring or worsening fault patterns over the past four years. The mileage accumulation of approximately 10,252 miles per year is entirely typical for a vehicle of this age, and the annual intervals between tests show a steady, predictable progression from 51,854 miles in March 2022 through to 92,270 miles in March 2026. There are no notable gaps in the MOT record to suggest prolonged periods of non-use or missing test cycles. The clean passes recorded in 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025 at 51,854, 63,981, 73,664, and 83,089 miles respectively confirm that the vehicle has been maintained to a consistently high standard across successive annual inspections. The only advisory to appear in the entire five-year MOT history is the rear brake pad wear noted in March 2026. Brake pad wear is a normal service item and the advisory at this mileage is entirely expected. No suspension defects, corrosion advisories, exhaust emissions failures, or structural integrity concerns have ever been flagged. A prospective buyer should still verify the condition of the rear brake discs alongside the pads, as thin pads often correlate with worn or scored disc surfaces. Inspecting the underside for corrosion on suspension components, subframes, and brake lines remains prudent given the vehicle is approaching nine years old, particularly if it has been used on salted roads during winter months. Tyre condition and tread depth across all four corners should also be checked, as uneven wear on a Quattro-driven A5 can indicate alignment or drivetrain issues not visible in the MOT data alone.