2012 Audi A4 2.0L Diesel · GK62 SXM

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 15 October 2025, but the test returned four advisories, all relating to perishing or slight damage on every tyre fitted at the time. Looking at the broader history, the trend is reasonably stable from a structural and mechanical standpoint in that there have been no failures across the recorded tests, no advisories relating to brakes, suspension, exhaust, corrosion, or drivetrain components. However, the advisories have been steadily increasing in number and severity: from none in 2023, a single rear tyre advisory in 2024, and a full set of four tyre advisories in 2025. This is not a sign of mechanical neglect, but rather a calendar-related degradation pattern typical of a 2012 vehicle where the rubber compounds are simply reaching the end of their service life, and it is something the buyer should treat as an imminent replacement requirement rather than optional maintenance. The recorded mileage of 113,120 over approximately 14 years equates to an average of around 8,080 miles per year, which is broadly typical for a car of this age and broadly consistent with what one would expect from a privately owned diesel or petrol A4 used for mixed commuting and occasional longer journeys. There is no evidence in the MOT history of unusually rapid accumulation or extended periods off the road, so the wear on major mechanical components such as the engine, transmission, clutch, and turbocharger (if applicable) is likely to be proportionate rather than excessive. The annual usage is sufficient to keep lubricants circulating and prevent the worst effects of standing, but low enough that certain age-related degradations, particularly to rubber and polymer components, will dominate the maintenance picture rather than mileage-based wear on brake discs, clutches, or tyres from high road use. The recurring theme across the MOT history is tyre condition rather than mechanical wear, and this is the single most important area to focus on during a physical inspection. The advisories from 2020 and 2021 concerned front tyres worn close to the legal limit on their edges, which on an A4 can indicate either an alignment issue or worn front suspension components such as wishbone bushes, track rod ends, or anti-roll bar drop links. You should therefore have the wheel alignment checked and inspect the front suspension thoroughly for play in the bushes and joints, listening on a test drive for any clonking over bumps, vagueness through corners, or uneven steering pull. The more recent perishing advisories from 2022 onwards point to age-hardened sidewalls, which on a 14-year-old car is wholly expected, but a full set of replacements should be budgeted for, and the new tyres should be of matching size and specification to the Audi's requirements. Beyond the tyres, a buyer should also consider the time-scheduled maintenance items that do not show up on an MOT but are critical on a car of this age and mileage. The 12V battery is likely due for replacement if it has not been changed in the last four to five years, and a load test is advisable before purchase. Brake fluid, coolant, and (if applicable) automatic transmission fluid degrade by calendar age rather than mileage and should be confirmed as recently renewed by service history, as neglect here can lead to internal corrosion in the cooling system and brake component failure. Given the relatively low annual mileage, the car may have spent periods standing, so inspect the brake discs for severe corrosion or lipping, check that the handbrake holds firmly without excessive travel, and ensure the calipers are not binding by confirming the vehicle rolls freely when released. Finally, verify the cam belt or timing chain service interval has been observed according to Audi's schedule, as neglect of this on a higher-mileage A4 can lead to catastrophic engine damage.