2011 Audi A4 2.0L Diesel · KM11 XCP

The most recent MOT on 31 March 2026 recorded a pass at 219 183 miles, yet the test logged several advisories that indicate a deteriorating maintenance pattern. The offside front drive‑shaft constant‑velocity boot is listed as severely deteriorated, the front tyres are worn to the legal limit, and the seat‑belt webbing shows fraying. Brake‑disc wear and shock‑absorber oil misting have been noted on successive tests, and the ABS warning lamp fault from November 2020 has not been cleared. These recurring items suggest the vehicle’s wear is not being fully addressed, and the condition trend is worsening rather than improving. Mileage accumulation at 219 183 miles over a 15‑year lifespan equates to roughly 14 600 miles per year, a high figure for a 2011 Audi A4. The early MOT history shows gaps of up to 20 months between 2014 and 2016, after which annual tests resumed. The interval from February 2025 to March 2026 is only four months, confirming the recent test is current, but the steady mileage rise highlights heavy usage and accelerated wear on high‑stress components. Repeated faults focus on consumable and suspension items. Seat‑belt webbing damage appears in every year from 2019 onward. Brake‑disc pitting is documented from 2023 through 2026, while shock‑absorber oil misting recurs from 2016 to 2025. Suspension arm pins and bushes are flagged in 2020, 2022 and 2026. The drive‑shaft CV boot failure is a new, more serious development. Additional issues such as the ABS warning lamp, low headlamp aim, non‑functioning side repeater, missing rear wiper and rear‑registration‑plate deterioration indicate neglected lighting and accessory systems. A prospective buyer should inspect the seat‑belt webbing for fraying, examine the offside front CV boot for cracks or tears, and check tyre tread depth against the legal limit. Brake performance should be tested for pulsation or noise, and the discs inspected for scoring. Shock absorbers must be examined for oil leaks, while suspension arm bushes and pins should be checked for excessive play. The ABS warning lamp needs to be verified as off, and all lighting circuits, the rear wiper and the rear registration plate area should be inspected for corrosion or malfunction. A thorough visual check of the under‑body for rust around the drive‑shaft and suspension mounts will also be valuable.