2017 AUDI A42.0L DIESEL

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a consistent pattern of neglect regarding consumable items. The most recent test in January 2025 at 91,400 miles resulted in advisories for tyres worn to the legal limit or showing uneven edge wear. While the car has passed its inspections, these recurring issues suggest that the owner waits until components approach failure before replacing them rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,150 miles per year. Between February 2021 and February 2024, the car covered 36,714 miles, indicating a steady usage pattern. However, the gap of 16,650 miles between the February 2024 and January 2025 tests shows a slight increase in annual usage compared to the previous intervals. This consistent mileage suggests the vehicle has been used for regular commuting, which places standard levels of stress on the Audi's suspension and drivetrain components. A buyer must inspect the wheel alignment and suspension geometry, as the repeated advisories for uneven tyre wear across 2022, 2023, and 2025 indicate potential tracking issues or worn suspension bushes. The 2022 report noted perishing and cracking on the rear tyres, which necessitates a check for the age of the rubber regardless of tread depth. Given the 2021 note regarding undertrays obscuring the inspection, a thorough physical check of the underbody and brake lines is required to ensure no structural corrosion or fluid leaks have remained hidden from the tester.