2018 Audi A4 2.0L Diesel · RF18 AVT

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance trend indicates a transition from consumable wear to structural component degradation. The most recent test in July 2025 at 138,233 miles flagged worn inner bushes on both the nearside and offside front upper suspension arms. While these defects did not result in a failure, they signify that the suspension geometry is beginning to reach the end of its service life due to high usage stress. The mileage pattern is consistently high for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 17,000 miles annually. Between July 2023 and July 2025, the car covered 34,816 miles, representing a steady rate of 17,408 miles per year. This rapid accumulation is consistent with motorway-heavy use but places significant demand on the drivetrain and suspension components. The clean records from 2023 and 2024 suggest the vehicle was operated well during those periods without immediate mechanical neglect. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension to check for play in the control arm bushes identified in 2025. The history of worn tyres in 2021 and 2022 suggests a history of alignment issues or uneven wear, which should be verified against the current tyre set. Given the high mileage, specific attention should be paid to the condition of the shock absorbers, rotors, and bushings, as these components typically require replacement around the 130,000-mile threshold.