2011 Audi A4 2.0L Diesel · D5 ABY

The vehicle presents a worsening maintenance trend regarding its suspension and structural components. While it passed its most recent test on 26 September 2025 at 132,102 miles, the tester flagged a corroded pair of front coil springs. This follows a pattern of increasing mechanical degradation seen in the 2024 test at 125,194 miles, where the rear sub-frame was noted as corroded, and the 2023 test at 118,009 miles, which highlighted multiple worn suspension arm bushes. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 8,800 miles per year. The record shows steady usage from 41,106 miles in 2014 up to the current 132,102 miles. There are no significant gaps in testing frequency, suggesting the vehicle has been in regular use rather than sitting idle for long periods. A prospective buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of the chassis and underside. The recurring advisories for rear sub-frame corrosion in 2024 and front coil spring corrosion in 2025 indicate that oxidation is a persistent issue for this car. The history also shows a long-standing pattern of suspension wear, specifically with upper and lower suspension arm bushes being flagged repeatedly between 2019 and 2023. Mechanical attention should also be directed toward the braking system and damping. The record shows intermittent issues with thinning brake pads and pitted discs dating back to 2015, alongside repeated reports of leaking or misting shock absorbers from 2019 through 2021. Given the recent history of component failure, a physical check of the suspension bushings, shock absorber integrity, and the extent of the sub-frame corrosion is essential.