2017 Audi A4 2.0L Diesel · KV17 AEX

The vehicle’s MOT history demonstrates a consistent roadworthiness trend over the past five years, with no defects or advisories recorded across all tests. The most recent inspection on 2025-05-12 at 83,038 miles confirms the car remains compliant with current UK standards, though the absence of any recorded issues means no direct evidence of wear patterns or recurring failures exists in the official record. This does not imply the vehicle is free from wear—only that it has passed all mandatory MOT checks without raising concerns at the time of testing. Buyers should treat this as a baseline for further scrutiny, particularly given the car’s age and mileage. The mileage progression suggests typical usage for a vehicle of this age, averaging roughly 9,200 miles annually. There are no unusual gaps or spikes in service intervals, with the most recent test occurring just over a year ago, well within the standard 12-month MOT cycle. The February 2021 test at 46,714 miles marks the only slight deviation, as it occurred nearly a year earlier than the subsequent May 2022 test, but this does not indicate neglect. The consistent 12-month intervals thereafter suggest the vehicle was regularly maintained within legal requirements, though this does not confirm private maintenance outside MOT checks. Given the lack of recorded advisories or defects, the primary focus for an in-person inspection should centre on high-wear components not routinely assessed in MOTs. The suspension—particularly coil springs, bushes, and dampers—should be examined for uneven sagging, excessive play, or corrosion, as these are common points of failure in a nine-year-old vehicle. Brake systems warrant close attention, including disc thickness, caliper binding, and rear brake shoe wear, even though no MOT flags were noted. Structural integrity should also be checked for corrosion in wheel arches, subframes, and sills, as these areas are critical for long-term safety but not always scrutinised in passing tests. Finally, the exhaust system’s integrity should be verified, as catalytic converter damage or leaks often go unnoticed until they affect emissions or structural stability.