2003 Audi A4 1.9L Diesel · SW03 HXT

The 2021 MOT shows the vehicle passed with no defects at 140,290 miles, but this was over five years ago. The most recent recorded MOT prior to this was in 2020, when the car failed due to multiple critical issues. These included excessive brake hose bulging, suspension arm wear, track rod play, and a non-functional headlamp. The 2020 failure highlights significant safety risks, particularly with braking and steering components. Recurring mechanical patterns include suspension and brake system vulnerabilities. The 2020 failure listed two brake hose bulges, a worn suspension arm pin, and track rod play, while the 2018 MOT noted deteriorated suspension bushes. These suggest ongoing wear in load-bearing and steering components, which could indicate neglect or heavy use. The 2020 failure was followed by a passing MOT just 10 days later, but this does not confirm whether all issues were resolved. The trend shows intermittent but serious defects, with no clear improvement. The 2020 failure included multiple high-priority issues, while earlier MOTs had minor, non-critical faults.