2012 Audi A7 S Line TDI Auto 3.0L Heavy oil · DV62 LPX

A consistent record of clean passes since August 2022 suggests a period of stability, following a more problematic period in 2019 characterised by a failure for dangerous braking imbalances and major suspension wear. The most recent test on 20 December 2025 was passed without any defects recorded, continuing a four-year trend of no advisories or failures. The recorded mileage of 138,622 miles represents an average annual accumulation of approximately 9,900 miles, which is typical for a vehicle of this age. This level of usage indicates a steady operational history without prolonged periods of inactivity, though it means that high-wear drivetrain components and suspension linkages have been subjected to standard long-term fatigue. Given the previous failure for excessively worn nearside front suspension arm pins and offside lower arm rear bushes, a test drive should focus on the front end stability. Listen for knocks or clunks when traversing uneven road surfaces or during low-speed manoeuvring, as these can indicate that suspension bushes are again reaching the end of their service life. The previous record of inner edge tyre wear on the nearside suggests a historical issue with wheel alignment or suspension geometry that should be verified by inspecting the current tread depth across the width of all four tyres. Attention should also be paid to the braking system, following the 2019 dangerous failure for imbalanced front brakes and advisories regarding corroded rear discs. While these were addressed for the subsequent pass, the buyer should feel for any steering pull or pedal judder during braking to ensure the system remains balanced and the discs are free from significant corrosion or warping. The recurring mentions of windscreen chips across multiple years indicate a susceptibility to glass damage, so a close inspection of the screen for any existing cracks or chips that could impair visibility is advised.