2017 Audi A4 3.0L Diesel · SW17 DZH

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the records indicate a clear worsening trend regarding suspension component wear. While it passed the most recent test in March 2026 at 51,757 miles, the tester identified five separate advisories across the front suspension and the nearside rear anti-roll bar. This represents a progression from a clean record in 2023 to multiple points of impending failure, suggesting that the rubber bushes and linkages are now degrading rapidly despite the relatively low mileage. At nine years old, the recorded mileage of 51,757 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 5,750 miles per year. The usage pattern appears consistent, with annual increments of roughly 5,500 to 6,000 miles between 2022 and 2026. However, low-mileage vehicles often suffer from accelerated degradation of rubber components due to age and lack of mechanical cycling, which explains the appearance of worn bushes on the lower suspension arms and shock absorber mounts despite the lack of high-mileage wear. A prospective buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of the front lower control arms and shock absorber assemblies. The MOT history repeatedly flags the offside front lower suspension arm and various nearside front bushes, indicating that the joints and bushings are reaching the end of their functional life. You should check for visible cracking or tearing in the rubber and test for play in the ball joints. Additionally, the nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage noted in the 2026 test requires immediate attention to prevent a future failure once the pin or bush develops excessive movement.