2016 Audi A6 2.0L Diesel · DX66 LGL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a reactive rather than proactive ownership pattern. While it passed its latest test in November 2025 at 89,640 miles, this followed a failure just one day prior due to critical brake wear and suspension defects. The trend shows a worsening condition regarding mechanical components, moving from a clean 2023 record to multiple failures recently, suggesting that parts are only addressed once they reach the point of failure. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,000 miles per year. There is a significant gap of over 31,000 miles between the August 2023 test at 58,069 miles and the November 2025 test at 89,640 miles. This period of higher usage coincides with the transition from zero defects to multiple failures in high-wear areas such as suspension arm bushes and shock absorbers. The data suggests the car has been driven regularly but without consistent preventative maintenance between these long intervals. A buyer must inspect the front suspension thoroughly, as the record shows recurring issues with arm bushes and ball joint dust covers since 2024. The tester noted a severely deteriorated nearside front ball joint cover in the most recent test, which can lead to rapid joint failure if not fully replaced. Additionally, the rear shock absorbers are showing oil misting, and while not yet a failure, this indicates beginning seal degradation that will eventually require replacement to maintain handling. The braking system also requires attention. The November 2025 failure for front brake pads worn to the wear indicator demonstrates that the owner ignored service intervals until the MOT flagged the risk. A physical inspection should verify the current condition of the discs and pads, as previous reports of uneven tyre wear and worn suspension bushes suggest potential alignment issues or binding calipers. Given the history of deferred maintenance, the buyer should check for signs of fluid leaks and excessive play across the entire chassis.