2010 Audi A5 2.0L Diesel · OV10 UOY

The vehicle’s MOT record tells a clear story of a car that has been driven hard enough to generate recurring tyre‑wear advisories and a deteriorating constant‑velocity (CV) boot, yet it has emerged from the last two years without any major failures – the 2025 test passed clean and the 2024 test only flagged rear brake pads approaching the minimum thickness. The earlier failures – a dangerous rear tyre tread depth in 2021 and a CV boot condition noted in 2022 – have not resurfaced in subsequent tests, suggesting that any remedial work undertaken has, at least temporarily, stemmed the most acute issues. At 168,409 mi recorded over roughly sixteen years the average annual mileage sits at about 10,500 mi, which sits squarely within normal usage for a vehicle of this age. There are no prolonged gaps in the MOT chronology, indicating the car has been kept on the road consistently rather than being stored for extended periods. Such mileage implies that consumables such as suspension bushings, shock absorbers, brake discs and drivetrain bearings are likely to be in the later stages of their service lives and should be inspected for wear, but the steady kilometre accumulation does not point to any abnormal spikes that would suggest sudden over‑use. Prospective buyers should give particular attention to the front near‑side CV joint – the 2022 advisory highlighted severe boot deterioration, which can allow grease loss and moisture ingress, leading to joint noise or vibration under acceleration and cornering. During a test drive listen for a clicking or clunking sound when turning the wheel at low speed and feel for any judder when applying power. Inspect the boot for cracks, dried‑out rubber or grease stains; any leakage will eventually require a joint replacement. The tyre wear history also warrants a thorough visual check: confirm that all four tyres have even tread depth well above the legal 1.6 mm limit, examine sidewalls for cupping or edge wear that could indicate mis‑alignment, and verify that the tyre pressures are correct. Uneven wear could mask suspension or steering component wear that may not yet have triggered an MOT advisory. Finally, the rear brake pad advisory from 2024 means the pads are nearing the minimum allowable thickness and should be measured before committing to purchase; any increase in pedal travel, pulsation, or a high‑pitched squeal under braking would corroborate the need for replacement. The minor registration‑plate issues recorded in 2020 and 2022 are inexpensive to rectify but must be cleared to avoid future failures. While the recent MOTs show the car is currently road‑worthy, a comprehensive pre‑purchase inspection focusing on the CV boot, tyre condition, rear brake pads and registration‑plate legibility will give a realistic picture of any imminent maintenance that the buyer should budget for.