2010 Audi A6 2.0L Diesel · MD60 XAY

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a recent shift towards deferred attention and reactive repairs. While the most recent test in November 2024 at 155,344 miles passed, it revealed multiple defects that were absent in previous years. The presence of a deteriorated CV boot, front tyres worn to the legal limit, and structural concerns on the offside sill indicates that the vehicle has recently begun to accumulate wear that was not addressed until it reached a point of failure. At 155,344 miles over 16 years, the Audi has averaged approximately 9,700 miles per year, which aligns with typical national averages for an executive saloon. The record shows consistent annual testing, with roughly 6,000 to 7,000 miles covered between tests from 2020 and 2024. This steady usage suggests the car has not sat stationary for long periods, but the high mileage places significant stress on the rubber-based suspension components and the drivetrain assembly common to the A6 platform. A buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of the offside front outer sill, which was flagged as poor condition or previously repaired in late 2024. Structural corrosion in these areas is a known risk for older Audis and can compromise vehicle integrity. Furthermore, the history of perishing suspension arm bushes from 2022 and the recently deteriorated CV boot suggest that the front-end de-coupling and rubber components are reaching the end of their service life. A check for grease leakage from the CV joints and excessive play in the control arm bushings is essential to ensure further mechanical failure is not imminent.