2014 Audi A5 2.0L Diesel · R5 RTM

The vehicle is currently road‑worthy, having passed the October 2025 MOT at 84,860 miles with no recorded defects. The recent history shows a stabilising trend: early‑2023 failures on front lower suspension arm bushes and rear shock oil mist were addressed, and subsequent tests in 2024 and 2025 recorded clean results, indicating that the previous issues have not recurred. Mileage averages roughly 7,000 miles per year, which is typical for a 2014 model. The record reveals a modest increase from 52,046 miles in January 2023 to 54,741 miles by October 2023, followed by a sharper rise to 68,513 miles in September 2024 and a further jump to 84,860 miles in October 2025. The latter two intervals suggest a period of more intensive use, but no abrupt spikes that would imply neglect. No large gaps in testing are evident; the vehicle has been MOT‑tested annually without missing a cycle. A prospective buyer should give particular attention to the front lower suspension arm bushes on both sides and the rear shock absorbers, as these components were flagged in early 2023. Visual inspection for wear, corrosion, or oil leakage around the rear shocks is advisable. Front brake pads should be examined for remaining thickness, given the thin‑pad advisory recorded in January 2021, and tyre condition should be checked for cuts or uneven wear, especially on the front wheels where cuts were noted. Finally, a general survey for any emerging rust or structural concerns will confirm that the earlier issues have been fully resolved and that the car remains fit for continued use.