2012 Audi A5 2.0L Diesel · SB12 AEE

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness status, following a period of minor-related failures. The most recent inspection conducted in April 2025 at 130,015 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, indicating that previous mechanical issues have been addressed. While the history shows a pattern of failing in 2023 and 2024, the transition to clean certificates suggests a proactive approach to rectifying faults by the most recent owner. The mileage profile remains consistent with a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,287 miles annually. Between the May 2023 test at 108,818 miles and the May 2024 test at 118,504 miles, the car covered 9,686 miles, which aligns perfectly with typical usage patterns. The subsequent jump of 11,511 miles between May 2024 and April 2025 shows a slight increase in annual travel, but the vehicle is not sitting for long periods that would lead to fluid or fluid degradation. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the components that caused the failures in 2023 and 2024, as the specific mechanical reasons were not detailed in the summary. These recurring failures at this age and mileage often involve suspension bushes, control arm wear, or brake-related components. Given the 130,000-mile mark, a thorough check for structural corrosion on the subframe and the condition of the shock absorbers is necessary to ensure no underlying weakness is developing despite the clean recent MOT results.