2002 Audi A2 1.4L Diesel · OA02 AUD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend regarding suspension and steering components. While it passed its most recent test in November 2025 at 148,583 miles, this followed a failure just three days prior. That failure revealed multiple critical issues, including excessively worn anti-roll bar linkage ball joints and deteriorated track rod end dust covers. The transition from a clean record in 2023 to multiple mechanical failures suggests that the front suspension assembly is reaching the end of its service life. At 148,583 miles over 24 years, the Audi has averaged approximately 6,191 miles per year, which is consistent with low-mileage usage for its age. The mileage accumulation remains steady, with roughly 3,800 miles covered between the November 2024 and November 2025 tests, and approximately 4,000 miles between 2023 and 2024. This consistent usage suggests the vehicle has not been sitting excessively, though the age of the components explains the rubber degradation and metal fatigue despite the relatively low mileage. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension to ensure the repairs made after the November 2025 failure were executed correctly. The recurring issues with track rod ends and anti-roll bar links indicate a potential need for further attention to the steering geometry. Attention should also be paid to the pattern of uneven tyre wear noted on the offside front and rear tyres in both 2024 and 2025, which often points to incorrect wheel alignment or worn suspension bushings that have not yet been flagged by the MOT tester.