2012 Audi A4 2.0L Diesel · RO62 VOV

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile following a clean pass in the August 2025 test at 177,767 miles. While the car has faced intermittent mechanical issues, the most recent inspection shows no recorded defects, suggesting that previous faults have been addressed. The maintenance trend appears to be resolving, moving from a period of recurring exhaust and braking issues toward a clean status. The mileage accumulation is high, averaging approximately 12,700 miles per year over its fourteen-year lifespan. The records show consistent annual usage, with the distance increasing from 133,845 miles in August 2022 to 177,767 miles by August 2025. This steady, high-frequency usage indicates the vehicle has been regularly driven rather than sitting idle, which typically means components like the drivetrain and suspension have been subjected to consistent operational loads. A buyer should focus on the exhaust system and braking components during a physical inspection. The August 2024 test at 166,554 miles recorded a failure due to a major exhaust gas leak, following a 2021 advisory regarding a cracked central exhaust sleeve clamp collar. This suggests a recurring vulnerability in the exhaust assembly. Furthermore, the August 2023 test at 151,699 miles flagged pitting and scoring on all four brake discs, indicating significant wear on the braking surfaces. Given the high mileage, a thorough check of the suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers is necessary to ensure the chassis remains tight. While the recent MOTs show no immediate structural or emissions concerns, the history of tyre edge wear in 2017 and tread depth failures in 2019 suggests that wheel alignment and consumable maintenance should be verified to ensure the vehicle is not suffering from underlying geometry issues.