2008 Audi A5 3.0L Diesel · NG08 OEO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive repairs rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test in March 2026 at 175,524 miles passed after a minor initial failure involving a blown bulb and misaligned washer jets. This represents a significant improvement compared to the February 2025 test where the car failed on multiple safety and wear-related items, suggesting the current owner only addresses faults once they trigger an MOT failure. At 175,524 miles, this 18-year-old Audi has averaged approximately 9,750 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. The data shows consistent use, with 6,000 miles covered between February 2024 and February 2025, and another 4,579 miles recorded between February 2025 and March 2026. This steady mileage accumulation indicates the car is regularly driven which places consistent stress on mechanical components and rubber bushings. A buyer must inspect the front suspension geometry closely, as the February 2025 failure flagged an excessively worn nearside front lower suspension ball joint and a fractured offside front coil spring. The 2024 advisory also noted a worn anti-roll bar linkage, suggesting the front suspension assembly is reaching the end of its service life. Furthermore, the history of pitted and scored brake discs in 2024 indicates that the braking system may suffer from corrosion or neglect, requiring a physical check for thickness. Tyre management remains a point of concern based on the 2025 failure for exposed cords on the offside rear and multiple advisories for tyres reaching the legal limit. While these were likely replaced following the failure, the recurring edge wear noted in the records suggests potential alignment issues or worn shocks. An inspection should also check for structural corrosion on the chassis, as high-mileage Audis of this era are prone to rust in specific mounting points.