Is this drop link broken?

[E-bmw]

President Merkin said:

That is true & it's also the case failing suspension parts can have very little play & still clunk away. Pry bar around everything is needed & a good look round all bushings while you're in there.

Is the correct answer.

[MakaveliX]

I have a Mazda and mine have always looked a bit bent even the brand new ones I got installed.

Best way to check is hit the link and see if you hear any noises at all, even better, disconnect it, and check to see if there is excess play in the ball joint.

If in doubt, just change them.