2009 Audi A4 Suspension Issue – Bought from Dealer

[Mark Valley]

Hello,

I had the car inspected by an independent inspection company, and they found several suspension-related issues. Both suspension bushes are rubber coming off, and the top suspension bushes are broken on both sides. The dealer is claiming it's just normal wear and tear, but the inspector said these issues would cause an MOT failure. He also suspects the MOT may not have been done properly.

I have uploaded video from an independent garage. 

Who is right here, do you think? 

Mileage: 100.662

MOT passed: 26th of February 2025

Thank you in advance.

Edited April 10 by Mark Valley
more info added

[cliffcoggin]

Soft or damaged rubber bushes in the suspension joints are instant MOT failures, and the dealer's sale of the car to you was illegal for that reason. Take it back to him and demand, not ask, for either a repair or a refund.

[spartacus 68]

We’re not talking main dealer here. Jeez, they pick up on worn wiper blades!

At 100k miles you are going to have suspension related issues at some point. Check service history for what’s been done to date. Meyle HD or Lemforder, torque with weight on vehicle.

At the very least I’d expect this to show up as an advisory on previous MOT. You’re right to challenge it.