2017 AUDI A42.0L Diesel

The vehicle currently passes the MOT, but the recent test in late 2025 indicates that the MOT record is not stable; the last valid test was in December 2024, which was a failure on the 64,976-mile test date. This suggests the vehicle's mechanical condition has deteriorated since the most recent inspection, meaning the owner has not maintained the car with the same frequency or care as the previous owner. The test date of December 15, 2025, falls within the last 180 days, confirming that the vehicle has been in active use for a significant period. The mileage accumulation over the last three years (from 2023 to 2025) is relatively consistent, though the 2024-04-27 test shows a drop from 77,656 miles to 65,000 miles, suggesting a period of reduced driving or storage. While the overall trend is not clearly improving or worsening, the gap between the 2025-12-15 and 2024-12-23 tests indicates that the vehicle has experienced at least one major mechanical failure or suspension component replacement. This gap in data points to a lack of regular servicing, where the owner may have skipped routine checks on suspension bushes, coil springs, or brake discs. Given the failure in the most recent test, the buyer must inspect the vehicle for structural integrity and mechanical wear in the suspension and brakes. The 2025-12-15 test failed on 98,074 miles, which is significantly higher than the 65,000-mile test of 2023, indicating that the vehicle has been driven for a substantial duration. If the owner is a standard buyer, they should verify that suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs are in good condition and that the brakes are not exhibiting a binding condition. Structural risks such as rust on exhaust emissions or corrosion on brake discs should also be checked, as these components can fail under the increased load and usage from the recent high-mileage test.