2019 Audi A4 2.0L Petrol · YY68 WNN

Structural integrity concerns regarding the rear suspension mounting points represent the most significant mechanical risk for this vehicle. While the Audi A4 passed its most recent MOT on 03 October 2025, this followed a major failure on the same date due to both the nearside and offside rear lower coil spring mountings being recorded as corroded and seriously weakened. This follows a clear progression of deterioration, as the offside rear mounting was flagged as corroded but not yet seriously weakened in an advisory on 16 October 2024. The transition from a single-sided advisory to a dual-sided major failure indicates an accelerating rate of corrosion on these specific structural components. The vehicle's mileage profile is consistent with typical UK usage for a seven-year-old car, having covered 69,870 miles at an average rate of approximately 9,981 miles per year. This steady accumulation suggests the car has been used regularly for commuting or long-distance travel rather than sitting idle for extended periods. Mechanically, this level of usage means that while the drivetrain may not have excessive wear, consumable components such as tyres, suspension bushes, and brake pads will have undergone standard lifecycle depletion. The recorded history of tyre wear advisories in early 2023 and early 2024 aligns with this expected wear pattern for a vehicle covering nearly 10,000 miles annually. A prospective buyer must pay close attention to the rear suspension during a test drive to ensure the recent repairs to the coil spring mountings are robust and that no further degradation is present in the surrounding subframe or chassis areas. Listen for any metallic knocking, clunking, or creaking sounds coming from the rear of the vehicle when driving over speed bumps or uneven road surfaces, as these can indicate compromised mounting points or worn suspension bushings. It is also advisable to check for any unevenness in the vehicle's stance or a tendency for the rear to feel unsettled or bouncy at higher speeds, which could suggest that the recent structural work has not fully restored the intended suspension geometry. Regarding the tyres, the history of edge wear on the front tyres suggests a potential for alignment issues. During the test drive, pay close attention to the steering feel; any pulling to one side or a wandering sensation through the steering wheel could indicate that the tracking is out of specification. Given the previous advisories for tyres being worn close to the legal limit, a physical inspection of the current tread depth and the condition of the sidewalls is essential to ensure the vehicle is not immediately due for further expenditure on rubber.