2017 Audi A4 2.0L Petrol · AS10 MDS

The most recent DVSA MOT test for this 2017 Audi A4 was conducted on 11 December 2025 and resulted in a pass, with no defects or advisories recorded against the vehicle. Looking at the broader test history, the maintenance trend appears stable, with consecutive passes at the 2022, 2024, and 2025 tests. The single failure recorded on 4 January 2024 is notable only because it occurred the day before a pass on 5 January 2024, and crucially carries no recorded defects, which strongly suggests an administrative or retest event rather than a mechanical concern. The absence of recurring advisories across the recent test record indicates that braking components, suspension geometry, exhaust integrity, and lighting systems have all remained within acceptable tolerance, which is a reassuring indicator for a prospective buyer. With a recorded mileage of 67,786 miles over approximately nine years, this vehicle is accumulating roughly 7,500 miles annually, which sits squarely within the typical usage bracket for a car of its age and class. There are no glaring anomalies such as extended periods of standing followed by sudden mileage jumps, or conversely excessive high-mileage accumulation that would accelerate wear on the drivetrain. This level of consistent, average usage suggests the mechanical components have been worked regularly, which is generally favourable for parts such as the turbocharger, DSG or automatic transmission, and the four-cylinder diesel or petrol engine, as these systems benefit from regular exercise rather than long periods of inactivity. That said, the annual figure is on the moderate side, meaning some standing time is likely, particularly during colder months. Given the clean MOT history and the age of the vehicle, a prospective buyer should still undertake a thorough physical inspection focused on age-related degradation rather than wear-related defects. Begin with the tyres, as a 2017 car will be on its second or third set by now; check the sidewalls for perishing and cracking from age, inspect the tread depth across the full width, and verify even wear patterns that would indicate correct wheel alignment. Examine the brake discs for any lipping or surface corrosion, particularly on the rear axle where low mileage and short journeys can promote binding calipers or uneven disc wear. Inspect the underside, including suspension arms, bushes, and coil springs, for any signs of fluid leaks from the shock absorbers or perished rubber components. On the test drive, listen for any clonks from the front suspension over speed humps, check for brake shudder under firm pedal application, and ensure the steering remains straight and free from vibration. Several time-based service items warrant attention regardless of the MOT outcome. The 12-volt battery is approaching or beyond nine years of service life and should be load-tested, particularly as the vehicle sits on an advanced electrical architecture with significant parasitic drain from comfort and infotainment modules. Brake fluid should be renewed every two to three years due to its hygroscopic nature, so verify the date of the last fluid change in the service history. Similarly, the coolant, automatic transmission fluid or DSG oil, and four-wheel-drive Haldex filter and oil on Quattro variants all require calendar-based replacement that does not always correlate with mileage. Request the full service book and verify stamps from franchised or specialist outlets, and confirm whether the cambelt or timing chain service interval has been observed in line with Audi's recommendations for the specific engine variant fitted. A pre-purchase inspection by an independent Audi specialist, including a diagnostic scan via VCDS or ODIS, would be strongly advised to identify any stored fault codes that would not otherwise surface during a road test.