2015 Audi A5 2.0L Diesel · OV15 LCE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend indicates a pattern of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test in October 2025 at 50,535 miles showed a pass despite advisories for thin front brake pads and a worn offside front suspension arm bush. These issues follow a failure in October 2024 regarding a binding offside front brake caliper, suggesting that the braking system is experiencing accelerated wear or corrosion. At 50,535 miles, this eleven-year-old Audi has significantly low mileage, averaging approximately 4,600 miles per year. This low usage often implies less strain on drivetrain components but can also lead to the degradation of rubber-based parts and seized calipers. The record shows consistent annual testing with roughly 3,000 to 4,000 miles between tests, yet the failure in 2023 at 43,893 miles for exposed tyre cords and inner-edge wear indicates that basic consumable maintenance was occasionally neglected between service intervals. A buyer must personally inspect the front suspension and braking assembly thoroughly. The offside front lower suspension arm bush flagged in 2025 requires replacement to prevent developing play that affects handling geometry. Furthermore, the history of a binding caliper and worn brake discs necessitates a close check of the brake fluid condition and the piston movement to ensure the system is not sticking again. The previous inner-edge tyre wear noted in late 2023 also suggests a wheel alignment issue should be verified to prevent premature replacement of new tyres.