2015 Audi A5 2.0L Diesel · SC65 FTX

The most recent MOT inspection from September 2025 resulted in a pass, but the vehicle is showing signs of progressive wear in its running gear. While the car has maintained a consistent pass record since 2018, the maintenance trend is moving towards more frequent advisories regarding suspension and braking components. The shift from simple tyre advisories in previous years to more complex suspension bush issues in the latest test suggests that the vehicle is entering a phase of life where rubber components and mechanical wear items require more proactive attention to prevent future failures. With approximately 73,869 miles recorded over eleven years, this Audi A5 has been driven at an average rate of roughly 6,715 miles per year. This represents relatively low annual usage, which is typical for a vehicle that may have been used for occasional commuting or longer-distance trips rather than high-frequency urban driving. While lower mileage generally implies less wear on the engine and drivetrain, it can also lead to specific issues such as component degradation due to inactivity. In this case, the mileage is consistent with the age, but the recent advisories suggest that the lack of high-frequency usage may have contributed to the drying out or perishing of rubber suspension elements. A primary concern for a prospective buyer is the recent advisory regarding worn pins or bushes on both the nearside and offside front lower suspension arms. This indicates that the rubber bushings are beginning to perish or lose their structural integrity. During a test drive, you should listen intently for any dull clunking or knocking sounds when driving over uneven road surfaces or speed bumps, and pay close attention to steering precision. If the bushes are significantly worn, you may also experience a slight wander in the steering or a feeling of looseness through the steering wheel. Given that these were noted as not yet having excessive movement, they are not an immediate failure, but they represent impending maintenance costs that should be factored into your negotiation. The MOT history also reveals a recurring pattern of advisories relating to brake disc pitting, scoring, and pad wear, alongside various tyre advisories. The history of pitted and scored discs suggests that the vehicle may have spent periods stationary, allowing surface corrosion to build up on the iron rotors. You should check for any brake shudder or pulsation through the pedal when applying pressure at higher speeds, which could indicate warped or unevenly worn discs. Furthermore, ensure that the tyres do not show signs of sidewall cracking or perishing from age, regardless of tread depth, and verify that the service history includes regular fluid changes, as brake fluid and coolant can degrade over time even if the mileage remains low.