2007 Audi A4 S Line TDI 140 2.0L Diesel · OV07 BXW

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a successful MOT test on 31 March 2025 at 199,485 miles. While the most recent inspection recorded no defects, the maintenance trend shows significant instability over the last eighteen months. The car failed two consecutive tests in early 2025, just 17 days before its eventual pass, and followed a failure in May 2024. This pattern suggests the vehicle is prone to developing mechanical faults that require immediate rectification rather than being managed through a preventative maintenance schedule. At 199,485 miles over 19 years, the Audi has averaged approximately 10,500 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a diesel engine of this age. The data shows a notable surge in mileage between April 2022 and May 2024, where the vehicle covered 28,869 miles in just thirteen months. This rate of accumulation, followed by 20,651 miles driven between June 2023 and March 2025, puts substantial strain on high-mileage components such as the turbocharger, fuel injectors, and clutch assembly. The recurring failures in 2024 and early 2025 indicate that the vehicle is reaching a stage of component fatigue. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension bushes and control arms, as these often wear rapidly on this A4 generation. Given the high mileage and age, the structural integrity of the chassis should be checked for corrosion around the subframes and exhaust mounting points. Attention should also be paid to signs of binding calipers or leaking dampers, as the recent failures imply that the braking and steering systems were previously at the limit of legal tolerance.