2013 Audi A5 2.0L Diesel · WN13 VTM

A twelve-year-plus MOT history comprising five tests between 2022 and 2025 reveals a broadly stable roadworthiness record, with the only blemish being a single failed attempt on 2 October 2025 that was subsequently rectified and recorded as a clean pass on 24 October 2025. Critically, the DVSA log for this Audi A5 contains no recorded advisories at any test and no documented defects on the failed entry, suggesting that whatever issue triggered the refusal was either rectified prior to the retest or fell into a category not captured in the summary data. The absence of recurring advisories across four consecutive annual tests is a positive indicator, particularly for a vehicle of this age and mileage, where items such as suspension bush wear, brake disc corrosion and exhaust component deterioration commonly surface. That said, the complete absence of advisory notes across five years of testing on a car with over 123,000 miles warrants a degree of professional scepticism; either the vehicle has been exceptionally well maintained, or advisories may have been overlooked or rectified immediately prior to each test without being recorded. The recorded mileage of 123,428 miles accumulated over thirteen years equates to an annual average of roughly 9,500 miles, which sits close to the typical UK usage band for a vehicle of this vintage. The continuity of annual MOT tests from 2022 through 2025, with no apparent gaps in testing, indicates the vehicle has remained in regular use on the road throughout this period, and there is no evidence of a prolonged standing period that might have accelerated deterioration of rubber components, brake hydraulic seals or underbody corrosion. Even-rate mileage accumulation of this nature tends to keep mechanical wear proportionate to age rather than concentrated on specific high-mileage components such as the dual-clutch gearbox, turbocharger or engine internals. The steady usage pattern is mechanically reassuring, although at this overall odometer reading the buyer should still anticipate that major service items, including timing chain tensioner inspection, injector refresh and DSG mechatronic servicing if so equipped, are approaching or due. For a prospective buyer, the clean advisory history means there are no specific components flagged for targeted inspection from the MOT data, but the mileage and age profile of this A5 dictates a thorough physical survey of the areas most prone to wear on this chassis. On a road test, listen carefully for clonking or knocking from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, particularly indicative of worn upper and lower control arm bushes, anti-roll bar drop links and wishbone rear bushes, all of which are known wear items on the B8 platform at this mileage. Feel for any vibration through the steering wheel under braking, which would suggest warped front brake discs, and check for a soft or spongy pedal that could indicate worn brake caliper slide pins or flexible hose degradation. Steering should remain precise without pulling to either side, and any vagueness on turn-in or knocking through the steering rack on full lock could point to tie rod or track rod end wear. Given that the MOT log shows no advisories for corrosion, the buyer should still inspect the underside of the vehicle on a ramp or over a pit for any early signs of subframe, suspension arm or wheel arch corrosion, as the A5 is not immune to rust in higher-mileage examples, particularly around the rear arch seams and front subframe mounting points. On start-up, observe for any blue smoke from the exhaust which could indicate turbo seal or piston ring wear, and check for steady idle without misfires, as coil pack failure is a recognised issue on the higher-output petrol engines in this range. Confirm the service history documentation thoroughly, ensuring that cambelt or timing chain, spark plugs, oil and filter changes have been carried out at manufacturer-recommended intervals, and verify that the recent MOT failure and subsequent pass were accompanied by a genuine repair rather than a temporary measure. A pre-purchase inspection by an independent specialist familiar with Audi B8 platform vehicles would be a prudent investment to confirm the mechanical integrity behind the unblemished MOT summary.