2014 Audi A6 2.0L Diesel · AF64 LMK

A pattern of progressive suspension wear and tyre maintenance demands careful attention on this 2014 Audi A6, which secured a pass on 11 November 2025 at 99,195 miles despite accumulating a minor defect for a severely deteriorated offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover and an advisory for a cut in the offside rear inner tyre. This latest test continues a trajectory that includes a 2024 pass featuring a deteriorating nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover alongside slight play in the offside front lower suspension arm, as well as a dangerous failure in October 2021 due to a structural tyre bulge accompanied by multiple tyre wear advisories across successive years. Accumulating 99,195 miles over its roughly twelve-year lifespan yields an average of approximately 8,266 miles per year, representing an entirely typical annual usage rate for an executive saloon of this class. The testing cadence shows regular, uninterrupted annual MOT presentations occurring reliably between October and November each year without any prolonged gaps, off-road periods, or suspicious drops in mileage accumulation between tests. Given the specific history of front suspension component wear, prospective buyers should thoroughly inspect the front lower suspension arms, ball joints, and associated dust covers during a physical examination, looking specifically for grease leaks or perished rubber. On the test drive, listen carefully for any knocking, clunking, or creaking noises from the front end when negotiating speed humps or uneven road surfaces, and pay close attention to whether the steering tracks straight or exhibits vagueness that would point to worn suspension linkages. The recurring pattern of tyre advisories and the historical structural failure mean that all four tyres must be inspected closely for uneven tread wear patterns, sidewall cuts, or bulging before purchase, as tracking or alignment issues may be present. Additionally, a dynamic check of the braking system is essential to ensure that stopping is smooth and free from any undesirable vibrations, confirming that the vehicle handles its mileage without lingering chassis or wheel alignment compromises.