2004 Audi A6 2.5L Diesel · FV54 AAE

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, showing an improving maintenance trend following a period of mechanical neglect. The most recent test in March 2024 at 146,960 miles passed with no recorded defects, indicating that the significant issues identified in previous years were addressed. This represents a positive shift from the February 2023 failure where the car failed on multiple critical fronts, suggesting the current owner has committed to necessary repairs to bring the vehicle to standard. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 22-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,680 miles per year. There is a notable gap in the records between January 2019 at 141,386 miles and December 2020 at 143,392 miles, during which the car covered only 2,000 miles in nearly two years. Since then, usage has remained steady, with roughly 3,500 miles recorded between each annual test. This low annual mileage often ages rubber components and seals despite the low mechanical wear. A buyer should perform a close inspection of the suspension and braking systems as these areas show a history of recurring faults. The 2020 and 2023 tests flagged worn suspension arm bushes, anti-roll bar linkages, and deteriorating brake components. While the 2024 test was clean, the previous failure of the CV boot and the parking brake efficiency warrants a physical check for grease leaks around the drive shafts and any adjustment mechanism. The minor oil leak noted in 2020 should also be monitored to ensure it has not progressed since the last inspection.