2017 Audi A5 2.0L Diesel · SW17 DZB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful MOT test in April 2026. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the most recent record shows a failure at 68,480 miles due to a fractured nearside rear coil spring. This fault was rectified immediately to secure a pass, suggesting the owner is responsive to safety-critical defects. Prior to this incident, the vehicle maintained a clean record for several consecutive years. The mileage pattern is consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,600 miles per annum. There is a steady progression of 7,910 miles between the March 2023 and April 2024 tests, followed by 7,857 miles leading into March 2025. The final 15,559 miles recorded before April 2026 indicates regular, low-distance usage, which typically reduces the wear and tear on drivetrain components and braking systems compared to high-mileage examples. A buyer should conduct a close inspection of the rear suspension and rubber components during a physical viewing. The March 2025 test at 52,921 miles flagged cracking and perishing on both rear tyres, which indicates the rubber compound is degrading due to age rather than just tread wear. Given the broken coil spring in the 2026 test, it is prudent to check the remaining springs and shock absorbers for signs of fatigue or corrosion to ensure no secondary failures have occurred.