2014 Audi A5 2.0L Diesel · OY64 DYC

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 11 November 2025, although this followed a failure concerning headlamp aim and the inoperative nature of the nearside rear headlamp levelling device. The overall maintenance trend suggests a reactive approach to repairs rather than a preventative one. There is a persistent and recurring pattern of suspension-related defects and advisories appearing across several years, indicating that while the car is maintained to a minimum legal standard, it suffers from chronic wear in its chassis and suspension components. With 84,012 miles recorded over approximately twelve years, the vehicle has averaged roughly 7,000 miles per annum. This is considered typical usage for an Audi A5 of this vintage. This level of mileage suggests that the drivetrain and engine should be in a stable condition provided the service history is documented, but it also means that rubber components, bushings, and mounts are reaching the end of their natural service life due to a combination of age and cumulative road stress. A primary area of concern for a prospective buyer is the suspension system. The MOT history reveals a long-term cycle of failures and advisories regarding both the upper and lower suspension arm bushes and ball joint dust covers. During a test drive, the buyer should listen for clunking or knocking sounds when traversing uneven surfaces or during low-speed manoeuvring. Any vagueness in the steering or a tendency for the vehicle to drift could indicate that the suspension geometry is compromised, which is further supported by previous records of uneven tyre wear on the inner edges. Particular attention must be paid to the tyres and the quality of previous maintenance. The recent advisory regarding a tyre fitted in the wrong direction is a significant red flag regarding the competence of the technicians who have serviced the vehicle. The buyer should physically inspect all tyre sidewalls for perishing and verify that the tread depth is consistent across the width of the tyre to ensure no ongoing alignment issues. Additionally, given the recent failures of the headlamp levelling system, the buyer should verify that all lighting functions operate correctly and check for any signs of moisture ingress within the headlamp units.