2013 Audi A5 1.8L Petrol · WR62 VJF

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 212,930 miles noted a non-excessive oil leak, this is a recurring issue first flagged in September 2023. The vehicle passed its 2024 test without defects, but the return of the oil leak in the latest inspection suggests that mechanical seals are only addressed when they reach a specific threshold of failure. At 212,930 miles, this 13-year-old Audi has covered significant ground, averaging over 16,000 miles annually. The record shows consistent and heavy usage, with approximately 17,000 miles covered between the September 2022 and 2023 tests, and another 17,000 miles in the year following that. This high rate of mileage accumulation typically places accelerated stress on the drivetrain and suspension components, which is reflected in the various wear items recorded. A buyer must scrutinise the braking system and suspension due to the history of binding rear brakes and thin pads. The 2022 failure highlighted a severely deteriorated ball joint dust cover on the nearside front, indicating that rubber components are failing under age and high mileage. Given the nearside rear binding noted in 2023, a physical inspection of the calipers and handbrake mechanism is essential to ensure the issue is not currently recurring. The persistent oil leak noted in 2025 also warrants a professional assessment to determine if it is a minor cover gasket or a more significant engine seal failure common on high-mileage engines.