2017 AUDI A42.0L Diesel

This 2017 Audi A4 has maintained a consistent MOT history with no defects recorded across the last five annual tests, including the most recent examination on 2026-02-06 at 106,583 miles. The absence of advisories or failings suggests the vehicle has undergone regular servicing and passed all mandatory roadworthiness checks without exception. While this indicates a stable maintenance trend, the lack of recorded defects does not preclude hidden wear—particularly in high-mileage components like suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake calipers—which often fail silently between MOT intervals. The tester’s failure to note any advisories implies either thorough pre-test repairs or a vehicle that has not yet reached critical thresholds in these areas. The mileage progression of roughly 11,843 miles annually aligns with typical usage for its age, though the gap between the 2025 and 2026 tests—just 19,000 miles—suggests the vehicle may have been stored or lightly used during that period. The consistent annual servicing intervals (approximately 12,000 miles apart) indicate responsible ownership, though the absence of service records means critical fluid changes (e.g., gearbox oil, brake fluid, coolant) cannot be verified. The most recent MOT, just five months old, remains valid, but buyers should note that some components—such as brake pads and tyres—will have worn further since the last test. Given the clean MOT history, priority inspection should focus on suspension integrity, particularly the rear bushes and coil springs, which often degrade around this mileage range. Binding brake calipers or uneven wear on discs could indicate past neglect, despite no recorded failures. The lack of advisories on emissions or exhaust integrity suggests the DPF (if diesel) or catalytic converter remains functional, but visual inspection of underbody corrosion—especially around the sills, wheel arches, and exhaust system—is essential. Tyre tread depth, while not failing in MOTs, may have reduced since the last test, and wiper blades should be replaced if cracked or worn. Finally, a pre-purchase diagnostic check of the engine mounts, driveshafts, and differential seals is advisable, as these components frequently fail without prior warning.