2011 Audi A5 2.0L Petrol · ML11 LZP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive repairs rather than proactive preventative care. While the most recent test in April 2026 at 28,004 miles was a pass, it followed a failure just one day prior due to critical tyre defects. The overall trend shows that while the vehicle eventually meets minimum standards, recurring issues with suspension components and tyres persist across multiple years, suggesting that the owner only addresses mechanical faults when they reach the point of failing an MOT test. At 28,004 miles over 15 years, this Audi A5 has covered an exceptionally low distance, averaging under 1,900 miles per year. This low usage explains the specific types of degradation noted in the record, such as the corrosion on the front brake discs seen in 2025 and the structural perishing and cracking of the tyres. However, long periods of inactivity often lead to accelerated aging of rubber-based components, which is evidenced here by the fractured nearside front coil spring and worn lower arm bushes identified during the April 2025 test. A physical inspection must focus heavily on the rear subframe, which has been flagged for corrosion in every test since at least 2024. While it has not yet caused a structural failure, the persistence of this advisory requires monitoring for increasing metal loss. The buyer should also scrutinise the front suspension geometry, specifically the lower arm bushes and springs, as these have shown a history of wear and failure. Given the recent failure for deep sidew cuts and ply exposure, the age of all four tyres should be checked for dry rot, as the low mileage does not guarantee their structural integrity.