2014 Audi A5 3.0L Petrol · PO03 MAC

A recurring theme of front‑suspension wear and tyre‑related defects defines this 2014 Audi A5’s MOT record; the most recent test in December 2025 recorded a pass after the near‑side front tyre was replaced to cure a cut that breached the ply, while earlier years show repeated advisories on both front suspension arm pins/bushes and a major headlamp‑aim failure in 2023. The pattern suggests that wear items have been addressed when they reached a failure point, but the vehicle has not demonstrated a clean bill of health across all components over the last six years. At 114,752 mi the car averages just under 9,600 mi per annum, a mileage rate that sits comfortably within normal usage for a twelve‑year‑old executive saloon. The MOT history shows no multi‑year gaps, indicating the vehicle has been regularly inspected and therefore likely to have had its major service intervals observed, but the moderate annual accumulation also means consumables such as brakes, tyres and suspension bushings will be approaching the latter stages of their service lives. The front‑suspension advisories from the 2024 test point to wear on the suspension arm pins or bushes that, while not yet causing excessive movement, are a precursor to potential steering‑pull or clunking over bumps; a thorough inspection should include feeling for play in the front wheel hubs, listening for metallic knocks when traversing uneven surfaces, and checking for uneven tyre wear that could signal deteriorating bushings. The 2023 advisory on rear brake pads being thin warrants a visual check of pad thickness and a brake‑pedal feel test for any judder or reduced braking efficiency, as further wear could lead to rotor scoring. The 2021 rear‑tyre edge‑wear advisories suggest the rear tyres were close to the legal limit then, so confirming current tread depth and uniformity across all four tyres is essential, especially given the recent front‑tyre cut that required replacement. Finally, the headlamp‑aim failure recorded in 2023 indicates the alignment was out of specification, which can affect night‑time visibility and cause glare to other road users; a simple test of the headlamp beams on a wall should reveal any mis‑aim, and adjustment may be required. Prior to purchase, ensure the newly fitted front tyre is of correct specification and free of damage, verify that the suspension bushings have not progressed to a condition requiring replacement, confirm that the rear brake pads have been renewed or retain sufficient thickness, and have the headlamps professionally aligned. A short test drive focusing on steering response, brake pedal feel and any unusual noises will provide the practical confirmation of the vehicle’s current roadworthiness.