2007 Audi A4 2.0L Diesel · YF07 OWO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the most recent inspection history indicates a decline in preventative maintenance. While the car passed its test in June 2025 at 134,900 miles, it had failed initially due to severely deteriorated front suspension arm ball joint dust covers on both the nearside and offside.. This failure, coupled with an insufficient windscreen washer fluid jet, suggests a reactive approach to repairs rather than proactive upkeep, contrasting with the clean records seen in previous years. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a 19-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,100 miles per annum. There is a notable gap in recorded data between October 2021 at 119,106 miles and January 2023 at 128,471 miles, representing a fourteen-month period without a test. Since the February 2024 test, the car has covered over 5,000 miles, showing a steady but low-frequency usage. This low annual mileage for an older Audi often means that rubber components and seals dry out and perish over time irrespective of the mechanical wear. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension assembly to ensure the ball joint covers were replaced correctly and that the joints themselves have not developed play. Deteriorated covers often allow grit in, leading to premature joint failure. The 2021 advisory regarding a nearside front tyre worn on the edge indicates previous alignment issues that should be re-checked. Given the age of the vehicle, a close look at the chassis for corrosion on the subframe and mounting points is essential, as these are common failure points for this model that are not always captured in standard MOT advisories until they become critical.