2009 Audi A5 3.0L Diesel · OY09 WXZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the recent history reveals a trend of reactive maintenance rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in July 2025 at 137,311 miles passed, it followed two consecutive failures within a three-week period. This indicates that the owner only addressed mechanical faults once they threatened an MOT failure. The transition from a clean pass in 2024 to multiple mechanical failures in 2025 suggests that components are reaching their terminal wear simultaneously. At 137,311 miles over 17 years, the Audi has averaged approximately 8,000 miles per year, which is consistent with typical UK usage patterns. However, the data shows a significant spike in activity between June 2024 and July 2025, where the car covered over 5,600 miles in just thirteen months. This rapid accumulation correlates with the cluster of suspension and drivetrain failures, such as the fractured coil springs and split CV boots. The sudden burst of mileage has likely accelerated the degradation of rubber components and metal fatigue in the suspension assembly. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension and drivetrain. The record shows repeated fractured coil springs on both nearside and offside corners, which often points to worn shock absorbers causing excessive stress on the springs. The nearside front drive shaft CV boot was flagged as split in July 2025; the buyer should check for grease leakage and clicking noises that indicate internal damage to the joint. Given the excessively worn suspension arm bushes identified in the final failure, an inspector should also check for structural corrosion on the undercarriage, as rust can compromise the integrity of these mounting points over time.