2003 Audi A2 1.4L Diesel · FA03 DXG

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile with a maintenance trend that suggests deferred suspension and braking repairs. While it passed its last recorded test in June 2022 at 147,881 miles, the report revealed a high volume of mechanical wear and neglect. The tester identified play in multiple anti-roll bar ball joints and a track rod end, alongside a severely deteriorated offside front inner drive shaft CV boot. The fact that the parking brake only just met the efficiency threshold indicates the braking system is reaching the end of its effective life or requires immediate adjustment. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 23-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,400 miles per year. However, there is a significant data gap in the record, with no MOT history available since June 2022. Given the current date of June 2026, the vehicle has operated for four years without a formal roadworthiness check. The 11,000 miles covered between the 2021 and 2022 tests show steady use, but the rubber and suspension components flagged previously have likely deteriorated significantly in the interval between inspections. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and braking system. The history shows a recurring pattern of corrosion on brake pipes and hoses, dating back to 2019, which necessitates a check for structural integrity in the hydraulic lines. The suspension is a known weak point, with previous reports of fractured coil springs and leaking shock absorbers across multiple years. Particular attention should be paid to the front CV boot and the condition of the rubber bushes, as the 2022 record already highlighted perishing and mechanical play that would have worsened over the subsequent four-year gap.