2019 Audi A5 2.0L Petrol · ML69 AGZ

The most recent DVSA MOT test for this 2019 Audi A5 was conducted on 27 October 2025, resulting in a Pass with no advisories, defects, or failure items recorded. Tracing the recorded MOT history backwards, the vehicle has achieved four consecutive Passes at 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025 test dates, each without any noted advisories. This unbroken sequence of clean test outcomes suggests a stable and well-maintained mechanical condition, with no emerging trends toward deterioration in any specific component area such as braking performance, suspension integrity, lighting function, or exhaust emissions. The absence of advisories across multiple annual tests is particularly reassuring for a vehicle now approaching seven years of age, as it indicates that consumable wear items such as brake pads, discs, tyres, and wiper blades have consistently remained within legal and serviceable limits at the point of test. With approximately 64,259 miles recorded over seven years, the vehicle has covered an annual average of around 9,180 miles, which sits broadly in line with typical UK usage patterns for a premium coupe or saloon of this class. There are no significant mileage gaps evident between successive MOT tests, suggesting the vehicle has been in regular use rather than left standing for extended periods. This consistent utilisation is mechanically beneficial, as it tends to keep brake components free from corrosion, prevents moisture accumulation in the engine and exhaust system, and reduces the likelihood of perishing in rubber components such as drive belts, hoses, and suspension bushes. The mileage level indicates moderate wear on consumables and suggests that items such as timing chain components, clutch engagement, and turbocharger condition (depending on the specific variant) will be approaching or have already reached typical mid-life service thresholds. Given the clean MOT history and moderate annual usage, a prospective buyer should nevertheless conduct a thorough physical inspection aligned with the calendar age and accumulated mileage of the vehicle. Tyre condition warrants careful examination, particularly the sidewalls, where age-related perishing and cracking can develop on Audi-fitment low-profile rubber even where tread depth remains legal; check the production date codes stamped on each sidewall. The 12V battery, now over six years old and approaching the typical end-of-service life for a stop-start equipped Audi, should be tested for cranking performance and state of charge, as weak cells can trigger various electrical faults. Brake discs should be visually inspected for any lipping or corrosion pitting around the outer edges, particularly if the vehicle has been subject to any standing periods, and caliper slide pins should be checked for free movement to ensure no binding has developed. Service book verification and time-based fluid replacement represent equally important due diligence points for this A5. Confirm that the vehicle has a continuous main dealer or specialist service history, with stamps documenting brake fluid changes, coolant replenishment, spark plug renewal, and crucially, the automatic transmission fluid (if fitted) and haldex oil service for the quattro drivetrain, as these are time-sensitive rather than purely mileage-dependent. On the test drive, listen for any suspension clonks or knocks over uneven surfaces, which would suggest worn top mounts, anti-roll bar links, or control arm bushes; verify that the steering remains precise without vibration or pulling. Inspect the underside for any signs of fluid leakage from the oil sump, differential, or coolant hoses, and confirm that the engine bay is free from oil contamination around the cam chain area, a known concern on certain Audi TFSI units. Finally, request a current diagnostic scan via VCDS or equivalent to confirm that no manufacturer-specific fault codes are stored, as MOT testing does not interrogate the full range of electronic systems within the vehicle.