2012 Audi RS5 FSI Quattro Auto 4.2L Petrol · RS05 ADA

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness status following a clean pass on 10 December 2025 at 119,955 miles. This result indicates that the car met all minimum legal safety and emission requirements during its most recent inspection. While the history shows a pattern of initial failures, the transition to a defect-free certificate suggests that the current owner is proactive in addressing identified faults to bring the vehicle back to roadworthy standards. At 119,955 miles over 14 years, the A5 averages approximately 8,500 miles per annum, which aligns with typical UK usage for a premium saloon of this age. The data shows consistent usage patterns, with a 10,000-mile gap between November 2022 and November 2023, and another 10,000 miles between November 2023 and March 2025. This steady accumulation suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of stagnation, which often leads to degradation of rubber components, seals, and fluid integrity. The buyer should pay attention to the specific reasons for the failures in November 2023 and March 2025, as the provided summary does not detail the exact mechanical faults. Given the mileage and age, a physical inspection must focus on the condition of the suspension bushes, coil springs, and control arms which are common wear points on this chassis. The inspector should also check for corrosion on the underbody and assess the state of the brake calipers and discs to ensure the recent passes do not mask underlying structural or mechanical fatigue.