2018 Audi A6 2.0L Diesel · YY68 FCM

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness profile following a clean pass in the September 2025 test at 55,101 miles. This most recent result indicates that previous mechanical issues have been addressed, as no defects or advisories were recorded. The maintenance trend shows an improvement from the October 2024 inspection, where the vehicle initially failed due to non-compliant registration plates and mechanical wear before passing on retest. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with typical usage for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,888 miles per year. The record shows a significant increase in usage between the September 2023 test at 16,107 miles and the October 2024 test at 36,564 miles, representing over 20,000 miles in just thirteen months. This period of higher activity aligns with the emergence of wear-related faults. Since that period, the mileage has continued to climb steadily to the current 55,101 miles, suggesting the car is now in a regular driving cycle rather than sitting idle. A prospective buyer should focus physical inspection on the front suspension and drivetrain components. The October 2024 test flagged a severely deteriorated nearside front outer drive shaft constant velocity boot and a worn nearside front suspension arm bush. While the 2025 pass suggests these were repaired, the presence of these faults indicates that the vehicle's suspension components are subject to regular wear. It is advisable to check for any signs of grease leakage around the CV joints or play in the suspension bushings to ensure the repairs were comprehensive. The tester also noted that under vehicle covers were restricting the view during the 2024 inspection. This can sometimes mask early signs of corrosion or fluid leaks on the underside of the chassis. A thorough visual inspection of the underbody and the condition of the protective covers is recommended to ensure no underlying structural issues or slow leaks have developed since the last recorded test.