2009 Audi A4 2.7L Diesel · CP58 HXL

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a clear shift towards mechanical wear and structural degradation. The most recent test in July 2023 at 138,445 miles identified a worn offside front upper suspension arm pin or bush. This represents a worsening progression from the April 2022 test where both front upper arm bushes were noted as cracking. While the car has passed its inspections, the recurring suspension issues indicate that components are reaching the end of their operational life. The recorded mileage of 138,445 miles over 17 years averages to approximately 8,144 miles per year, which is consistent with typical UK usage for this age. There is a significant gap in the data between September 2021 and July 2023, where the vehicle covered over 31,000 miles in under two years. This rapid burst of mileage likely correlates with the appearance of the suspension faults and structural concerns noted in the later tests, contrasting with the clean record seen during the period in early 2020. A buyer must prioritise a thorough physical inspection of the front inner arches and rear subframe, as the 2022 record explicitly flagged rust forming in these areas. Structural corrosion on a subframe often accelerates rapidly if not treated with preventative coatings. The inspector should also check the front suspension bushes for further play or tearing to determine if the wear noted in the last MOT has worsened significantly. Given the 2021 advisory regarding worn tyres, the current state of the rubber and wheel alignment should be verified to ensure the suspension geometry is not contributing to uneven tyre wear.