2005 Audi A4 1.8L Petrol · LX55 OTU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a stable trend of deferred wear-related component replacements. The most recent test on October 1 2025 at 126,857 miles resulted in a pass following a failure for an offside front position lamp and a deteriorated front registration plate. While these are minor presentation issues, the recurring nature of advisories over several years suggests the owner addresses faults only when they trigger a failure rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 21 years old, the recorded mileage of 126,857 miles represents an annual average of approximately 6,000 miles, which is consistent with low-to-moderate urban use patterns. The data shows consistent usage between tests, with roughly 7,800 miles covered between September 2024 and October 2025. This low mileage generally reduces strain on the drivetrain, but the age of the vehicle correlates with the degradation of rubber components and seals, which is evident in the repeated suspension-related notes. A buyer should conduct a close inspection of the front suspension, as the record shows light misting on the front shock absorbers in both 2022 and 2023, alongside worn bushes on the front upper suspension arms. These issues indicate the beginning of component failure that will eventually require replacement to maintain handling geometry safety. Furthermore, the 2024 advisory regarding perishing tyres and uneven front wear suggests that the rubber may be reaching age-related exhaustion rather than tread depth, necessitating a check of the current tyre condition and alignment.