2015 AUDI Q32.0L DIESEL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history shows a trend of accelerating corrosion and component wear. While it passed the test in August 2025 at 97,781 miles, this followed a significant failure just six miles prior due to critical tyre damage and brake condition. The most recent record indicates that while the owner addressed the immediate coil spring and worn tyres, the underlying issue of structural corrosion on the sub-frame and suspension arms remains unaddressed across multiple consecutive testing years. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for an 11-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,900 miles per year. There was a jump of over 16,000 miles between July 2023 and August 2024, followed by another 17,000 miles leading into the 2025 test. This steady usage suggests regular road use rather than long periods of sitting, which likely explains the gradual degradation of rubber components like bushes and the oxidation of metal surfaces like pipes and sub-frames noted in the reports. A buyer must conduct a thorough underbody inspection focusing specifically on the structural integrity. The tester has repeatedly flagged the rear sub-frame, rear suspension arms, and anti-roll bar as corroded. Although currently described as not seriously weakened, the persistence of these advisories from 2024 through 2025 indicates a progressive environmental deterioration. The corroded brake pipes under the coating noted in 2024 also require close scrutiny to ensure no fluid pressure leaks are imminent. Furthermore, the 2025 failure due to exposed sidewalls and perished tyres suggests a reactive approach to maintenance rather than proactive replacement. The oil leak identified in the most recent test should be monitored to determine if it is a minor seep or a more significant engine seal failure. The buyer should also verify the condition of the rear brake discs, which were already flagged as pitted and scored in 2024 and did not appear to have been replaced before the subsequent pass.