2015 Audi A4 2.0L Diesel · OV65 UPX

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 3 October 2025, though this followed a dangerous failure the previous day due to a structural tyre failure. The overall maintenance trend is currently declining, as the record shows a transition from clean passes in the early 2020s to a series of recurring advisories regarding suspension, tyres, and braking components in the last two years. This suggests a period of deferred maintenance where wear and tear items have been allowed to deteriorate to the point of official warnings. With 70,870 miles recorded over eleven years, the vehicle has averaged approximately 6,443 miles per year. This represents a typical usage profile for a premium saloon, meaning the mechanical wear is consistent with its age. There are no indications of excessive standing or abnormal mileage accumulation, which suggests the drivetrain and engine have been used regularly, though the chassis and suspension have now reached a mileage threshold where rubber components and consumables naturally require replacement. A critical point of concern is the repeated mention of inner shoulder wear on the front tyres, appearing as far back as 2021 and persisting through 2025. This is a classic symptom of incorrect wheel alignment or failing suspension geometry. Combined with the 2024 advisories for perished rear most suspension arm bushes, there is a high probability that the vehicle requires a full four wheel alignment and replacement of the control arm bushes. During a test drive, the buyer should listen for knocking or clunking sounds when traversing uneven road surfaces and check for any instability or pulling in the steering. The braking system also requires close scrutiny. Recent records indicate thin rear pads, pitted and scored rear discs, and corrosion to the brake hose ferrules. The buyer should physically inspect the rear discs for a pronounced lip or heavy surface oxidation and check the rubber hoses for cracking or swelling. Additionally, given the previous mention of a misting shock absorber and exhaust surface corrosion, a thorough underbody inspection is advised to ensure that surface rust has not progressed to structural corrosion. Verification of the service history is essential to ensure that calendar based fluid changes, such as brake fluid and coolant, have been performed regardless of the moderate annual mileage.