2010 Audi A5 3.0L Petrol · LM59 FPX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a reactive approach to repairs rather than preventative replacement. The most recent test on August 29 2025 at 67,360 miles passed with only a minor advisory for an offside front nail. This represents a significant improvement compared to previous years where multiple mechanical and suspension faults were flagged simultaneously. However, the history indicates that components are often only addressed once they reach an advisory threshold or cause a failure. At 67,360 miles, this 16-year-old Audi has covered exceptionally low mileage, averaging approximately 4,210 miles per year. The data shows consistent but infrequent usage, with roughly 9,000 miles covered between November 2023 and August 2025. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain, it often leads to the accelerated degradation of rubber-based components, evidenced by the tyre tyre perishing noted in late 2022 and the recurring issues with suspension arm bushes across multiple tests. A buyer must closely inspect the front suspension geometry, as the upper wishbone bushes were a recurring fault appearing in 2022, 2023, and 2024. Although these were not flagged in the latest 2025 test, the history suggests the rubber is prone to perishing due to age. The braking system also requires scrutiny; the record shows thin pads and worn discs in both 2022 and 2023, indicating that the components may be nearing the end of their functional life. Structural integrity remains a secondary concern here. The corrosion on the offside rear coil spring reported in 2022 should be monitored to ensure rust has not progressed, as this is a common failure point on vehicles of this age. While the most recent MOT is clean, the pattern of worn bushes and thinning brake components suggests the vehicle benefits from a thorough inspection of age-related rubber degradation beyond just mileage-related wear.