2015 Audi A5 2.0L Diesel · XW51 DAN

The vehicle presents as currently roadworthy following a pass on 25 July 2026 at 174,157 miles, though the maintenance trend shows signs of emerging wear in the suspension system. While the car maintained a clean record between 2022 and 2025, the most recent inspection flagged worn bushes on both front lower suspension arms and light oil misting on the offside front shock absorber. These findings suggest that the vehicle is entering a phase of component replacement common for its age and mileage. The mileage accumulation is high, averaging approximately 15,832 miles per year over its eleven-year lifespan. The records show consistent, heavy usage with no significant periods of inactivity. Between the October 2018 test at 114,685 miles and the July 2019 test at 139,590 miles, the vehicle covered nearly 25,000 miles in less than a year, indicating a period of intense motorway or long-distance driving. This high utilization explains the accelerated wear on consumables and mechanical components seen throughout the history. A prospective buyer should focus on the front suspension assembly during a physical inspection. The recent advisories regarding lower arm bushes and shock absorber misting indicate that these parts will likely require replacement in the near future to prevent handling degradation. Although the 2021 failure for tyre wear and windscreen wiper issues was resolved, the 2020 record showing all four tyres near the legal limit suggests a pattern of running consumables close to their end-of-life. The historical mention of a corroded central exhaust clamp in 2021 warrants a check for further exhaust system degradation or mounting issues. While no major structural corrosion has been flagged recently, the high mileage and the transition from a clean record to recent suspension advisories mean the drivetrain and chassis components should be scrutinised for fatigue. Focus specifically on the integrity of the front-end damping and the condition of the rubber bushings to ensure they do not develop excessive movement.