2007 Audi A6 2.7L Diesel · KX07 YHS

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. The most recent test in January 2025 at 147,065 miles passed despite flagging a severely deteriorated nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot. While the car passed its latest inspection, the history of failures in 2023 and 2024 suggests that mechanical issues are only addressed once they reach a point of legal failure or imminent risk. At 19 years old, the recorded 147,065 miles represent an average usage of approximately 7,740 miles per year, which is consistent with a vehicle of this age. The data shows steady use, with roughly 3,600 miles covered between the 2023 and 2024 tests, and another 8,600 miles before the January 2025 inspection. This consistent mileage suggests the car has not sat for long periods, though the aged rubber components and suspension bushings likely face significant degradation despite the modest annual mileage. A buyer must pay close attention to the steering and suspension assembly, as the January 2024 test failed because plastic undertrays prevented a full inspection of these components. This lack of visibility means the condition of the control arms, bushings, and ball joints remains unknown. Furthermore, the offside rear service brake was noted as excessively binding in early 2023, indicating potential caliper seizing or slider pin corrosion that should be rechecked to ensure it has not caused uneven wear on the brake discs. The recurring failures regarding tyre tread depth and exposed cords in 2023 highlight a history of neglecting basic consumable maintenance. The deteriorated CV boot noted in 2025 is a critical item that requires immediate replacement to prevent grease leakage and eventual failure of the drive shaft joint. A physical inspection should also check for structural corrosion common on this A6 generation and verify that the headlamp aims, which failed in multiple previous tests, have been properly recalibrated.