2010 Audi A4 1.8L Petrol · FG10 LRV

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding suspension components and deferred structural attention. While the most recent test in September 2025 at 143,355 miles passed, it revealed several significant defects that were previously absent. The appearance of severely deteriorated front upper suspension arm ball joint dust covers on both sides and a worn offside front tyre indicates that the owner is only addressing faults once they approach failure thresholds rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a sixteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,000 miles per year. There is a clear gap of 18,107 miles between September 2024 and September 2025, suggesting regular annual use. However, the failure in September 2024 at 125,248 miles due to incompatible nearside front road wheel fixings suggests a lack of attention to detail or the use of incorrect parts during a previous repair, which was rectified before the immediate retest. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the rear sub-frame, as corrosion was noted in both August 2022 at 107,228 miles and again in September 2025 at 143,355 miles. Although the tester classified this as not seriously weakened, the persistent presence of rust over years suggests an active process that may eventually require structural repairs. The oil leak identified in the 2025 test also requires close monitoring to determine if it is a minor seal failure or a more significant engine leak that could lead to oilconsumption over time.