2017 Audi A5 2.0L Diesel · V3 SHX

A pattern of intermittent tyre degradation and lighting adjustments defines the recent MOT history for this vehicle, though the most recent test on 05 June 2026 resulted in a pass with no recorded defects. While the vehicle has cleared its most recent inspection without issue, the 2025 record highlighted both nearside and offside rear tyres as having damaged, cracking, or perishing inner edges, which necessitated a failure for non-conforming registration plates prior to the successful retest. This suggests a recent period of addressing consumable wear and external compliance, moving from a state of minor defects to a clean certificate. The recorded mileage of 49,227 miles against a 2017 registration indicates a relatively low annual usage rate of approximately 5,470 miles per year. This usage profile is significantly lower than the UK average for a vehicle of this age, which can imply less frequent mechanical operation. Mechanically, while this may result in less wear on heavy drivetrain components, low-mileage vehicles that have been subject to long periods of inactivity can exhibit different types of degradation, such as the tyre perishing noted in the 2025 advisory. Prospective buyers should pay close attention to the condition of the tyres, specifically looking for signs of sidewall cracking or uneven wear patterns that could indicate alignment issues or age-related rubber degradation. The 2025 advisories regarding the inner edges of the rear tyres are a specific point of interest; during a test drive, check for any pulling to one side or vibrations at motorway speeds, which could suggest that suspension bushes or tracking components require attention. Additionally, the 2022 advisories regarding front brake disc wear and tyre tread depth should be cross-referenced with current physical inspections to ensure these consumables have been adequately replaced since those specific warnings were issued. The 2024 failure regarding nearside headlamp aim suggests that lighting alignment has required adjustment in the past, so a thorough check of the headlight beam pattern against a wall in a dark environment is advisable to ensure the aim is stable and within legal parameters. Given the history of tyre and brake component advisories, a physical inspection of the remaining tread depth and the thickness of the brake discs should be conducted to confirm that the vehicle's current state aligns with the clean pass recorded in June 2026.