2021 Audi A5 S LNE ED 1 40TDI Mhev Q SA 2.0L Diesel · ND21 MMX

A broadly clean MOT trajectory defines the mechanical picture for this 2021 Audi A5 40 TDI MHEV quattro. Across three recorded tests spanning the 2024 and 2025 test cycles, the vehicle has passed on every occasion, with the most recent assessment on 22 December 2025 recording no defects at all. The only blemishes in the file are two advisories issued at the January 2025 test, both flagging the front tyres as worn close to the legal limit at 3mm of remaining tread and displaying edge wear. No structural, braking, suspension, or exhaust items have been called out, and there is no record of any failure, refusal, or retest, which indicates the car has remained within roadworthy tolerances throughout the documented period. Mileage accumulation is broadly proportional to the vehicle's age, with 51,404 recorded miles over approximately five years equating to around 10,281 miles annually. This sits within the typical band for a car of this age and type, suggesting neither extended periods of standing nor particularly heavy use. The annual rate is consistent with regular commuting and mixed driving rather than long-distance motorway work or low-mileage short-hop running, so mechanical wear on consumables such as brakes, tyres, and diesel-specific components should be progressing at a broadly expected pace. There are no notable gaps in the testing record that would imply prolonged storage, which removes the need to be especially cautious about stale fluids, seized brakes, or 12V battery deterioration from inactivity. Given the front tyre edge wear flagged at the January 2025 advisory, a prospective buyer should pay particular attention to the geometry and suspension geometry on a test drive. Inner or outer edge wear on tyres of this type frequently points to worn front suspension components such as wishbone bushes, control arm bushes, anti-roll bar drop links, or top mount bearings, as well as potential alignment drift from kerbing or pothole impacts. Listen for clonks or thuds over uneven surfaces, particularly from the front axle, and feel for vagueness or wandering through the steering, any of which would suggest the bushings or links have deteriorated since the advisory was issued. Inspect all four tyres carefully, confirming even wear across both axles and noting the age of any replacements, as the front pair flagged in early 2025 will very likely have been renewed by now but their wear pattern can still hint at underlying geometry issues. Diesel-specific and MHEV hybrid items warrant a focused check on the road test too. From a standing start, listen for any hesitation, misfire, or rough idle that could suggest injector or DPF concerns, and confirm that the stop-start system functions smoothly, as intermittent operation can indicate a tired auxiliary battery or sensor issue common to MHEV vehicles. On the move, feel for consistent braking response without judder under heavy pedal application, which would suggest the front discs have worn evenly, and check for any pulling to one side that could indicate a binding caliper. Finally, inspect the underbody and wheel arch liners for any fresh corrosion, confirm there are no fluid leaks from the engine or transmission, and ensure all dashboard warning lamps, particularly the AdBlue and emissions-related indicators, extinguish promptly after ignition.