2008 Audi A4 1.8L Petrol · SV58 FDX

The vehicle presents a worsening trend regarding its structural integrity and suspension health despite its low annual mileage. While it passed its last MOT in November 2022 at 94,363 miles, the record reveals a clear accumulation of corrosion-related defects. The tester flagged damage to the offside front suspension mounting area and corrosion on the nearside and offside rear suspension mountings. This follows a history of recurring issues with corroded coil springs, indicating that the chassis-related components are experiencing significant degradation that has not been addressed. At 18 years old, the recorded mileage of 94,363 miles represents an average usage of approximately 5,242 miles per year. This low intensity often suggests lighter use, but the data indicates the vehicle may have suffered from periods of standing. There is a significant gap in the record between the November 2022 test and the current date of June 2026, meaning the vehicle has not undergone a formal inspection in over three years. This lack of recent data masks the current state of rubber components and the progression of the rust noted in previous entries. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the underbody, specifically focusing on the suspension mounting points and the inner sills mentioned in 2022. The history shows persistent issues with worn control arm bushes dating back to 2019 and 2021, suggesting the front suspension is nearing the end of its life. Additionally, the binding nearside front service brake noted in 2021 and 2022 requires a check for seized calipers or perished slider pins. Given the previous failure for ABS and stability control faults in 2021, the buyer should verify that these electronic safety systems were properly rectified and are currently functioning without warning lights.