2012 AUDI A62.0L Diesel

The vehicle presents a worsening maintenance trend regarding its suspension and braking components. While it passed its most recent test on 3 April 2025 at 110,535 miles, the tester flagged multiple advisories that indicate progressive wear. These include worn nearside and offside front lower suspension arm bushes, a corroded nearside rear coil spring, and a binding offside rear service brake. The recurrence of these issues suggests that while the car remains legally roadworthy, the underlying mechanical condition is degrading. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 7,895 miles per year. The record shows steady usage, moving from 50,904 miles in 2015 to 110,535 miles in 2025. There are no significant gaps in the testing history that would suggest long periods of inactivity, though the frequency of advisories has increased significantly since 2022. The transition from a clean record in 2021 to multiple suspension and brake advisories in 2025 indicates that the vehicle is entering a phase of more intensive component replacement. A prospective buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the suspension system. The history shows a pattern of recurring faults, specifically with coil springs and suspension arm bushes. The offside rear coil spring fractured in 2021, and the nearside rear spring was noted as corroded in 2022, 2023, and 2025. This suggests a persistent issue with corrosion or component fatigue that may require immediate attention. The tester also flagged a binding offside rear brake in the 2025 test, which necessitates a check of the brake calipers and discs for sticking or uneven wear. The suspension bushes on both front lower arms were flagged as worn in the 2023 and 2025 tests. This indicates that the rubber components are reaching the end of their service life and could soon lead to handling issues or further mechanical failure. Given the history of exhaust mounting defects and corrosion, the structural integrity of the exhaust system and the condition of the underbody should also be verified to ensure no further deterioration has occurred since the last inspection.