2007 Audi A4 2.0L Diesel · OE07 BYG

The vehicle is currently assessed as roadworthy, but the MOT record indicates a concerning maintenance trend that has deteriorated since the 2025 test. In the September 2023 test at 164,427 miles, the vehicle passed, yet the 2024 records show a series of failures spanning from 175,155 to 175,169 miles. This rapid increase in mileage between consecutive failed tests suggests that the vehicle has not undergone adequate basic upkeep since the 2024 season, leading to the accumulation of wear on critical components. The most recent failure on 175,169 miles occurred in August 2024, a significant gap from the 2025 test where the registration plate lamp was found inoperative and the central rear registration plate deteriorated. The mileage accumulation is particularly alarming given the vehicle's age of 19 years. The test dates show rapid growth: the 2024 test was conducted in August while the 2023 test was in August, and the 2025 test was in August. This pattern of increasing mileage without corresponding maintenance is typical of a vehicle that has been driven lightly or has been sitting for extended periods, resulting in accelerated wear on suspension bushings, brake discs, and structural integrity. The 2024 failure of the offside front headlamp aim and the nearside front steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover, combined with the 2025 failure of the registration plate lamp, indicates that the vehicle has been subjected to high wear rates without the necessary preventative intervention. A buyer must inspect the vehicle to identify recurring structural and mechanical risks that have not been addressed by the 2025 test. The most critical findings include the nearside front steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover, which has been excessively damaged and no longer prevents dirt ingress, and the offside front headlamp aim which is obviously incorrect. These components are prone to failure under high mileage and lack of basic upkeep. Additionally, the 2023 test revealed a tear in the nearside rear tyre caused by separation or partial failure of its structure, which is a serious structural hazard. The 2025 test flagged the offside rear tyre similarly but with a tear, indicating consistent structural damage. The 2024 test also highlighted a nearside front suspension arm ball joint with slight play, which is a minor wear but a warning sign for future suspension issues. The 2023 test noted a nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover that has deteriorated, preventing dirt ingress. Collectively, these faults suggest a lack of basic maintenance and a high risk of imminent failure, particularly given the vehicle's age and the rapid growth in mileage since the 2025 test.