2012 Audi A5 2.0L Diesel · MW61 AAJ

This 2012 Audi A5 shows a stable roadworthiness trend over its MOT history, with no defects or advisories recorded across the last five tests. The most recent inspection on 2025-11-11 at 82,059 miles confirmed no issues, reinforcing a pattern of consistent compliance with MOT standards. While the lack of failures suggests the vehicle has been maintained at a basic level, the absence of advisories—particularly for high-mileage components like suspension bushes, coil springs, or brake calipers—implies either diligent oversight or deferred maintenance that hasn’t yet manifested in testable faults. The recorded mileage of 82,059 miles over 14 years equates to approximately 5,861 miles annually, which is unusually low for a vehicle of this age. The gap between tests is irregular: the 2024-12-06 entry includes a duplicate pass and fail at the same mileage, likely due to a retest, while the intervals between 2022 and 2023 (6,294 miles) and 2023 to 2024 (3,940 miles) vary significantly. Such low annual mileage could indicate prolonged periods of storage, which may accelerate wear in components like tyres, suspension seals, and battery health. The lack of advisories on corrosion or structural integrity, however, suggests the vehicle has been kept in a stable environment. Given the clean MOT record, a buyer should prioritise an in-person inspection of high-wear items that aren’t routinely tested. Focus on the suspension—particularly rear bushes and coil springs—for signs of cracking or excessive play, as these often fail without prior warning. The brakes, though not flagged, should be checked for uneven wear or binding calipers, especially if the vehicle has spent extended periods stationary. Tyre tread depth and lateral wear patterns warrant scrutiny, as low mileage doesn’t preclude degradation from age or improper inflation. Finally, examine the underbody for corrosion around wheel arches, sills, and exhaust mounts, as these areas are critical for structural integrity and often overlooked in low-mileage vehicles.