2008 Audi A4 2.7L Diesel · GY58 CMX

The vehicle cleared its most recent MOT on 2 December 2025 at 141,946 miles, passing with advisory notes for a corroded off‑side rear coil spring and rear sub‑frame corrosion that was judged not to be seriously weakened. The record shows a generally stable maintenance pattern; earlier failures for a broken rear coil spring (9 September 2016, 72,721 miles) and tyre damage (7 September 2015, 63,491 miles) have not recurred, and the only persistent theme is progressive corrosion of suspension components, which has not escalated to a structural failure. Mileage has risen to 141,946 miles over an 18‑year span, averaging roughly 7,900 miles per year—a figure typical for a vehicle of this age. The odometer rose from 55,607 miles in September 2014 to 63,499 miles by September 2015 (+7,892 miles), then to 72,721 miles by September 2016 (+9,222 miles). A notable surge occurred between October 2020 (110,675 miles) and September 2021 (126,035 miles), adding 15,360 miles in twelve months, suggesting a period of intensive use. Since late 2022 the mileage increase has moderated, with only 6,884 miles added between December 2025 and the previous test, indicating a recent slowdown in wear‑inducing activity. A prospective buyer should give particular attention to the rear suspension, confirming that the off‑side coil spring corrosion has not progressed to cracking and that the sub‑frame shows no signs of rust‑induced weakening. Front suspension warrants inspection for the light oil mist on the off‑side shock absorber noted on 20 November 2023 (133,460 miles) and the near‑side front coil spring corrosion recorded on the same date. Tyre condition must be verified, as the 22 October 2022 test (130,942 miles) flagged both front tyres worn close to the legal limit, and earlier tests highlighted edge wear and a nail in the off‑side rear tyre in September 2018. Finally, the engine management light fault flagged on 26 November 2024 (135,062 miles) should be diagnosed to ensure the electronic control system operates correctly and that any underlying issue has been remedied.