2010 Audi A5 3.0L Diesel · OV59 XKC

The vehicle currently maintains a sound roadworthiness status with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent inspection conducted on January 27 2026 at 77,943 miles resulted in a clean pass, indicating that previous minor issues have been addressed. This follows a period of clean passes in the preceding years, suggesting that the vehicle has been maintained to a functional standard without recurring mechanical failures or escalating structural concerns. The mileage profile is notably low for a sixteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,871 miles per year. The data shows consistent, low-intensity usage in recent years, with only 79 miles recorded between the September 2025 and January 2026 tests, and roughly 600 miles in the year prior to that. While this low mileage typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, the long intervals between tests can sometimes mask age-related degradation of rubber components, seals, and fluid-related oxidation, which often occur when a car sits stationary for extended periods. A buyer should focus on the braking system during a physical inspection, as the September 2025 test flagged thin front brake pads at 77,864 miles. Although the vehicle passed the subsequent January test, the remaining life of the pads and the condition of the discs warrant checking for pitting. Given the low annual mileage and the nearside front tyre cut noted in 2022, the tyres should also be inspected for sidewall cracking or rubber rot, as age-related low travel often leads to material failure before the tread depth is exhausted.