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Audi A5 Car Check

Check any Audi A5's history for outstanding finance, write-off status, stolen markers and more for £7.49. 16.9% of Audi A5 models fail their MOT, based on 367,400 tests analysed. Known issues include timing chain tensioner failure. Experian verified data.

£7.49 per check · Experian verified data

What our Audi A5 car check includes

Known Audi A5 problems to check for

These are the most common issues found on Audi A5 models. A comprehensive car check helps identify whether any of these have led to insurance claims, write-offs, or outstanding finance.

Dangerous
Timing chain tensioner failure
The EA888 Gen1 and Gen2 engines use hydraulic timing chain tensioners that fail catastrophically between 50k-120k miles. The tensioner loses oil pressure, al...
Dangerous
Rear spring fracture
MOT data shows A5 models failing spring inspections at over 26972.7x the national fleet average, indicating a serious structural defect. Spring fractures can...
Major
Excessive oil consumption
EA888 Gen1 and Gen2 engines suffer from defective piston rings that allow excessive oil consumption, typically exceeding 1 litre per 1000 miles. The oil cont...
Major
Timing chain stretch and rattle
The 3.0 V6 TDI engine has its timing chain assembly located at the rear of the engine block, making access extremely difficult and expensive. The timing chai...
Major
Water pump and coolant pump failure
EA888 engines use plastic water pump housings that are prone to cracking and failure, typically between 50k-100k miles. The plastic becomes brittle over time...

Audi A5 MOT reliability

16.9% of Audi A5 models fail their MOT, based on 367,400 tests analysed by GetCarWise. This is a reasonable pass rate, but checking the full MOT history can still reveal patterns of wear.

Common MOT failureCategory
Fluid leakSuspension
Coil springs brokenSuspension
Exhaust system damageBodywork

Check this Audi A5's full history

Enter the reg below. Finance, stolen, write-off, MOT analysis, mileage verification and known faults — all in one report, ready in under 60 seconds.

£7.49 · Experian verified data

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Audi A5 car check FAQs

How much does a Audi A5 car check cost?

A full Audi A5 car check costs £7.49. This includes finance, stolen, write-off, keeper history, MOT analysis, mileage verification, and model-specific known faults. Experian verified data.

What does a Audi A5 history check include?

Our Audi A5 check covers outstanding finance, insurance write-off status, stolen vehicle markers, keeper and owner history, full MOT analysis with failure patterns, mileage verification, and known faults specific to the Audi A5.

Is a Audi A5 HPI check worth it?

Yes. A Audi A5 with outstanding finance means the finance company legally owns the car — if you buy it, they can repossess it. A write-off or stolen marker can make the car uninsurable. At £7.49, it's a fraction of the cost of buying a car with hidden problems.

Can I check a Audi A5 for free?

You can check MOT history for free on the DVSA website. However, free checks don't include finance, stolen, or write-off data — the most expensive problems to discover after buying. Our £7.49 check includes everything, backed by Experian data.

How do I check if a Audi A5 has outstanding finance?

Enter the registration number on this page. Our check queries Experian's finance database to show whether any finance agreements are registered against the vehicle. If finance is outstanding, the finance company may have a legal claim on the car.

Related

Finance, stolen and write-off data from Experian. MOT failure data from DVSA. Known faults from GetCarWise analysis. Last updated September 2026.