2010 Audi A4 2.0L Diesel · FT60 HXM

The vehicle presents a borderline roadworthiness profile with a maintenance trend that is neither clearly improving nor worsening, but rather reflecting ad hoc attention to consumables and intermittent mechanical wear. The most recent test on 12 December 2025 at 210,037 miles passed, yet the record still flagged a windscreen defect and both front tyres worn to the legal limit on their outer edges. An oil leak was also noted, though deemed not excessive. These are not critical failures, but they indicate the car was tested in a condition that required immediate tyre replacement and windscreen monitoring to remain compliant. The mileage pattern reveals a notable gap between December 2023 and November 2024, where the odometer jumped from 174,595 to 197,704 miles in under twelve months, a gain of roughly 23,109 miles. That is nearly double the annualised average of 13,127 miles and suggests a period of sustained high-intensity use, likely motorway or fleet-style driving. The subsequent climb from 197,704 miles in November 2024 to 210,037 miles by December 2025 adds another 12,333 miles, which is more moderate but still consistent with above-average wear accumulation. The record is relatively well documented across the final four years, with no prolonged gaps that would obscure the car's condition. A buyer should focus the physical inspection on three areas. First, the front suspension and drivetrain, given the repeated advisories and failures around anti-roll bar linkage bushes, upper suspension arm bushes, and the nearside front constant velocity boot, which was split at the November 2024 failure and may have been replaced but warrants verification for fresh damage or grease loss. Second, the rear braking and structural underpinnery, where the December 2023 test flagged worn and pitted nearside rear brake discs, and the December 2022 test identified corrosion on the rear subframe. At 210,037 miles, that corrosion may have progressed and should be assessed for structural integrity, particularly around mounting points and suspension pickup areas. Third, the front tyre wear pattern is a recurring theme across multiple tests, with outer edge wear appearing consistently on both sides. This points to possible tracking misalignment, worn front suspension bushes, or aggressive driving, and a fresh four-wheel alignment check is advisable before committing to the purchase.