2005 Audi A4 2.0L Diesel · KX55 YYF

The vehicle emerged from its most recent MOT on 2 May 2024 at 186,323 miles with a Pass, but the tester recorded several advisories – front anti‑roll bar linkage pin wear, slight play in the near‑side front track‑rod end, chafed rear brake hose, minor oil seepage, and early‑stage tyre cracking. The presence of only advisory notes, and the absence of any failure items, indicates a roadworthy condition that is currently stable, having corrected the excessive ball‑joint play that caused a failure in March 2022. Mileage has risen from 141,739 miles in March 2021 to 186,323 miles by May 2024, an average of roughly 15 000 miles per year over the last three years, which exceeds the long‑term average of about 8 900 miles per annum for a 21‑year‑old car. The record shows no large gaps between tests, suggesting continuous MOT coverage and relatively consistent usage. The recent acceleration in mileage does not, by itself, imply neglect, but it does increase wear on consumables and components that already show signs of fatigue. A prospective buyer should give particular attention to the front suspension assembly – inspect the anti‑roll bar linkage bush and the near‑side front track‑rod end for any looseness or corrosion beyond the slight play noted. Examine both front and rear brake hoses for chafing and verify that the brake discs are free of deep pitting, especially since both front and rear discs were flagged as worn in the 2023 test. Check the tyre sidewalls for cracking and ensure tread depth exceeds legal limits, as tyre edge wear has been a recurring issue. Finally, confirm that the oil leak is merely a surface seepage and not indicative of a deeper engine fault.