2016 Audi A4 2.0L Diesel · F24 DAK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a developing trend in suspension component wear. The most recent test in November 2025 at 79,955 miles passed with minor advisories regarding light oil misting on both front shock absorbers. While the car met the legal standard, the persistence of this issue since the December 2024 failure indicates that the dampers are reaching the end of their functional life and will eventually require replacement. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle averaging approximately 8,000 miles per annum. There is a significant period of activity between January 2024 and December 2024, where the car covered over 16,000 miles in under eleven months. This spike in usage likely accelerated the mechanical failures noted during that period, specifically the fractured coil springs and premature wear on the front tyres. Since the last test, the vehicle has covered roughly 7,000 miles, maintaining a steady rate of use. A buyer should perform a close physical inspection of the front shock absorbers to determine if the misting has progressed to a significant leak. The record shows a fractured offside rear coil spring in December 2024 and a nearside rear spring in January 2024; while these were repaired, the remaining suspension components should be checked for signs of sagging or uneven bushing wear. Additionally, the previous edge wear on the front tyres in 2024 suggests a potential alignment issue that should be verified against the current set of tyres to ensure the vehicle is not scrubbing them..