2006 Audi A4 2.0L Petrol · RF06 ONR

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 31 March 2026 at 144 301 miles, carrying only advisories for near‑side and off‑side rear tyres showing slight damage/cracking. The preceding test in May 2025 had already cleared the car after a rapid repair of a worn front suspension ball joint, indicating the maintenance trend is improving rather than deteriorating. Overall roadworthiness remains acceptable, with the latest test confirming no critical defects. Mileage accumulation has been steady at roughly 7 200 miles per year over the 20‑year lifespan, a typical figure for this age group. The MOT record shows a consistent annual testing pattern, though the 2024‑2025 period includes two closely spaced tests, suggesting a focused attention on emerging issues. The March 2026 test is just four months old, placing the vehicle’s certification well within the current regulatory window. Recurring suspension problems dominate the history. Rear shock absorbers have been flagged for oil misting on three occasions (2018, 2019, 2020), while front suspension ball‑joint dust covers failed in 2020 and the ball joint itself showed excessive wear in May 2025. A broken off‑side rear coil spring was recorded in June 2015, though no recent coil‑spring advisories appear. The latest tyre advisories indicate ongoing wear that a buyer should verify in person. A prospective purchaser should inspect the rear shock absorbers for oil leakage, test the front suspension ball joint for play and dust‑cover integrity, and examine the rear coil spring for cracking or breakage. Brake performance should be checked despite the clean MOT entries, and the condition of the rear tyres—currently noted as slightly damaged—must be assessed. Finally, a visual survey for corrosion on chassis components and exhaust emissions will provide a fuller picture of the car’s mechanical state.