2012 Audi A7 3.0L Diesel · MJ12 VDR

The Audi A7 presents a stable and improving mechanical picture as of its most recent test. The December 2025 pass at 138,041 miles with zero defects is a strong indicator that the vehicle is currently in sound roadworthy order. Comparing this to the October 2023 failure, where both front lower suspension arm rear bushes were excessively worn alongside two front tyres, the trend is clearly resolving. The 2025 clean sheet suggests those suspension components and tyres have been addressed, and no new advisories have emerged since. The maintenance trajectory is positive, moving from a period of neglected front-end wear to a fully compliant state. The mileage accumulation is steady and unremarkable for a 2012 vehicle. The record shows roughly 9,860 miles per year, which is typical for a large executive car used for regular mixed driving. The intervals between tests reveal no alarming gaps or sudden spikes. From October 2023 at 123,976 miles to October 2024 at 132,359 miles, the car covered 8,383 miles in twelve months. The following year, up to December 2025 at 138,041 miles, it added 5,682 miles over fourteen months, suggesting a slight reduction in usage but nothing that raises concern about long-term standing or neglect. A buyer should still inspect the front suspension carefully despite the clean 2025 result. The October 2023 failure flagged both nearside and offside lower suspension arm rear bushes, which are wear items that can deteriorate again if the car has been driven on rough roads or over speed bumps aggressively. Check for any knocking or vagueness from the front end on uneven surfaces. The rear braking system also warrants attention. The April 2022 test noted worn and pitted rear brake discs along with thin rear pads. While these may have been replaced since, there is no explicit record confirming it. A visual check of rear disc condition and remaining pad material would be prudent. Tyre wear patterns from the 2023 failure, particularly the offside front inner edge wear, hint at possible alignment or tracking issues that may have recurred. Inspect all four tyres for uneven wear, especially inner edges, and confirm the tracking is correct. Given the car's age and mileage, also look beneath the vehicle for any corrosion on subframes, suspension mounting points, or brake lines, as these are common failure points on older Audis that MOT records alone cannot fully verify.