2007 Audi A4 2.0L Petrol · WV56 AAF

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, following a clean pass in its most recent test on October 20, 2025 at 70,012 miles. This result indicates that the previous mechanical issues identified in prior years have been rectified. While the history shows a failure in late 2024, the subsequent pass without any recorded advisories suggests the current owner is maintaining the vehicle to a standard that meets immediate safety requirements. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 19-year-old Audi, averaging approximately 3,685 miles per year. The data shows consistent, low-intensity usage patterns, for example, only 3,995 miles recorded between the October 2023 and 2024 tests. This low annual mileage typically reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine components, but it increases the risk of age-related degradation in rubber-based parts, which is evidenced by the vehicle's long history of bushing-related failures. A buyer should focus their in-person inspection on the suspension and steering components, as these are recurring points of failure. The tester previously flagged deteriorated ball joint dust covers in 2014, 2015, and 2024, alongside track rod end issues in 2024. These faults indicate that the rubber seals are drying and cracking due to age rather than high mileage. Physical inspection for cracks in the control arm boots and play in the steering linkage is essential to ensure these issues are not currently resurfacing. The history of perished tyres in 2017 and 2024 confirms that the vehicle likely sits for long periods, leading to dry rot. The buyer must check the sidewalls for micro cracking regardless of remaining tread depth. Given the age and low mileage, a thorough chassis inspection for structural corrosion is also necessary, as stationary vehicles suffer from surface rust.