2015 Audi A6 2.0L Diesel · MT15 DLO

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance record indicates a worsening trend regarding front-end suspension components. While the most recent test in December 2025 at 93,193 miles was a pass, it revealed multiple developing defects that were absent in previous years. The appearance of misting on the offside front shock absorber and wear on both lower suspension arm bushes suggests that the suspension assembly is now reaching the end of its optimal service life. The mileage pattern is consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 8,500 miles per year. The data shows consistent annual testing with steady increments of roughly 6,000 to 7,000 miles recorded between 2021 and 2025. This regularity suggests the car has not sat stationary for long periods, though the low annual mileage for an 11-year-old German executive car does not exempt it from the inevitable age-related degradation of rubber components and seals. A buyer should prioritize a thorough inspection of the front suspension geometry. The recurring reports of worn upper arm bushes dating back to 2023, followed by lower arm bush deplet in 2025, indicate a systemic failure of the rubber mounts. The misting shock absorber is a critical early warning of an imminent failure, as oil leakage will eventually lead to a loss of damping efficiency. Additionally, the front tyres were noted as being near the legal limit with uneven wear in the latest test, which often points to an alignment issue caused by the aforementioned suspension wear.