2005 Audi A6 2.7L Diesel · MP55 AOR

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding the front suspension assembly. In the most recent test in November 2025 at 115,307 miles, the tester identified worn bushes on both upper and lower front suspension arms on both sides. While the vehicle passed, the persistence of these bushing faults across multiple years indicates that the rubber components are reaching the end of their functional life and have not been proactively replaced. At 21 years old, the recorded mileage of 115,307 miles represents a low annual average of approximately 5,500 miles. This low usage often suggests lighter road exposure but can also lead to accelerated degradation of rubber parts and seals due to age and lack. Between August 2022 at 78,176 miles and November 2024 at 102,737 miles, the car covered over 24,000 miles, showing a consistent usage pattern that led to the deterioration of the drive shaft CV boots noted during that period. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front end, as the record shows recurring issues with suspension arm bushes back to 2023. The 2025 advisory regarding a slightly distorted offside front road wheel suggests a previous impact that should be checked for tracking alignment issues. Additionally, the 2024 report of pitted and scored brake discs indicates the braking system may have suffered from corrosion or prolonged inactivity, necessitating a check of current pad thickness and surface condition to ensure replacement is not imminent.