2010 AUDI A62.0L DIESEL

The vehicle is currently unroadworthy following a failed MOT test on 31 March 2026 at 163,345 miles. The maintenance trend shows a significant and worsening degradation of structural integrity. While the car passed its previous tests with advisories for corrosion-related issues, the most recent inspection identified that the front sub-frame is now corroded and seriously weakened. This represents a critical escalation from the 'not seriously weakened' status recorded in October 2024 at 162,052 miles. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a 16-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per year. Between the 2021 test at 144,993 miles and the March 2026 failure at 163,345 miles, the car covered nearly 19,000 miles. This indicates regular use rather than long periods of standing. However, the steady accumulation of mileage has clearly accelerated the oxidation process on the chassis components and suspension assemblies despite the typical usage profile for this age. A buyer must prioritise a thorough physical inspection of the front and rear sub-frames to determine the extent of the structural loss. The tester also flagged recurring wear across the suspension geometry which has failed to be addressed over several years. The record shows a persistent history of worn anti-roll bar linkage pins and suspension arm bushes dating back to 2022 and 2024. Additionally, the immediate failure for thin rear brake pads in the 2026 test suggests that basic consumable maintenance was neglected leading up to the structural failure.