2017 Audi A5 2.0L Diesel · OY17 AFF

This 2017 Audi A5 has maintained a clean MOT history with no defects recorded across five consecutive tests, most recently passing on 19 August 2025 at 48,046 miles. The absence of advisories or failings suggests the vehicle has been subjected to consistent, if not rigorous, maintenance—though the lack of recorded faults does not preclude underlying issues requiring closer scrutiny. The most recent test was conducted just under a year ago, which is within the standard MOT validity period, but given the vehicle’s age and mileage, a pre-purchase inspection remains essential to verify components like suspension integrity, brake wear, and corrosion susceptibility. The recorded mileage of 48,046 miles over nine years—approximately 5,338 miles annually—indicates unusually light usage for a vehicle of this age. The gaps between tests are regular, with no abrupt jumps in mileage suggesting prolonged periods of inactivity, which could contribute to degraded fluids, seized components, or degraded rubber elements like suspension bushes and wiper blades. The longest interval between tests was between July 2021 (27,378 miles) and September 2022 (35,577 miles), a span of 14 months with only 8,199 miles accumulated—far below average annual mileage. While this may imply lower wear on high-mileage components, it also raises questions about whether critical services, such as brake fluid changes or timing belt inspections, were performed on schedule. Given the lack of MOT-reported issues, a buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of suspension components, particularly the coil springs, bushes, and shock absorbers, as these are prone to fatigue over time regardless of mileage. The brakes, though not flagged, warrant examination for uneven wear, binding calipers, or corrosion on the discs and callipers, especially if the vehicle has spent extended periods stationary. Corrosion checks should focus on wheel arches, sills, and underbody areas, as Audi models from this era are susceptible to rust progression. Finally, verify the condition of the exhaust system for leaks or structural weakness, as emissions-related failures are often the first signs of neglect in low-mileage vehicles.