2013 Audi A5 3.0L Diesel · T23 SBN

This 2013 Audi A5 presents a flawless MOT record across five consecutive annual tests, with the most recent examination conducted on 23 March 2026 at 103,334 miles yielding zero defects. The maintenance trend is demonstrably stable and consistent, indicating a vehicle that has been kept in sound mechanical order throughout its life. No advisories, failures, or recurring defects appear anywhere in the history, which is a strong indicator of attentive ownership and proactive servicing rather than reactive, MOT-driven repairs. The mileage accumulation pattern reinforces this picture of careful, regular use. Between the 2022 test at 79,337 miles and the 2026 test at 103,334 miles, the car has covered approximately 24,000 miles over four years, averaging around 6,000 miles annually in that window. Earlier years show a similar steady rhythm, with roughly 7,000 to 8,000 miles added per year between 2022 and 2025. There are no suspicious gaps in the MOT record that would suggest prolonged periods of inactivity or clocking concerns, and the annual test intervals are evenly spaced, pointing to a vehicle driven consistently without neglect. Despite the clean MOT history, a prospective buyer should still carry out a thorough physical inspection. At thirteen years old and over 100,000 miles, structural corrosion is a legitimate concern on any vehicle, particularly around suspension mounting points, subframes, sills, and inner wing arches where moisture and road salt accumulate. The rear brake components, calipers, and handbrake mechanisms deserve close attention, as these are common binding or seizing points on Audi platforms at this age. Suspension bushes, drop links, and anti-roll bar links should be checked for perishing, even if no play was evident at the time of the last test, as rubber deteriorates progressively. The turbocharger, intercooler pipework, and vacuum hoses should be inspected for oil weeping or splits, as these are known weak points on the 2.0 TDI and TFSI engines fitted to this generation A5. A test drive covering varied speeds and braking conditions will reveal any emerging issues with the dual-mass flywheel, gearbox clutch, or drivetrain vibration that a static MOT inspection would not necessarily capture. The clean record is genuinely encouraging, but it does not substitute for a hands-on mechanical assessment by a qualified technician before purchase.