2007 Audi A6 2.7L Diesel · RO57 WDE

The vehicle holds no current valid MOT certificate following the December 2024 test expiry. Records indicate a deteriorating maintenance trend rather than stable upkeep. While the December 2024 test resulted in a pass, the tester recorded significant wear on front tyres and suspension components alongside a fresh oil leak. Issues regarding front suspension arm bushes first appeared in late 2021 and resurfaced in the most recent inspection, suggesting progressive degradation of the steering linkage. Annual mileage averages roughly 10,000 miles, fitting typical usage patterns for a nineteen-year-old vehicle. However, the gap between the December 2022 and January 2024 tests represents a two-year period with no official inspection data. Mileage jumped from 166,907 miles in January 2024 to 191,921 miles by December 2024, indicating heavy recent usage. This rapid accumulation coincides with the emergence of new defects like steering rack play and windscreen damage, pointing to increased stress on aging chassis components. A prospective buyer must prioritize physical checks on the front suspension geometry and braking systems. Persistent advisories on shock absorber misting from 2021 through 2024 confirm fluid leakage requiring replacement. The recorded oil leak needs immediate identification to prevent engine damage. The front tyres flagged in early 2024 appear worn on the edges again by year-end, implying potential alignment issues or neglect. Structural integrity remains unverified due to the lack of corrosion warnings in recent tests, though the windscreen damage noted in December 2024 requires replacement. Steering rack inner joints showing play suggest internal wear that could lead to vague handling. The history reflects a pattern where minor consumables like tyres and lights receive attention while underlying mechanical wear accumulates unchecked between tests.