2016 AUDI A42.0L DIESEL

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The latest test in September 2025 at 63,125 miles flagged thin front brake pads, which continues a pattern first seen in the October 2024 test at 57,307 miles where both front and rear pads were noted as wearing thin. While the car consistently passes its tests, the recurring advisories suggest the owner only addresses braking components once they approach the legal wear limit. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-mileage commuter vehicle, averaging approximately 6,300 miles per year. Between September 2021 at 36,238 miles and September 2025 at 63,125 miles, the car covered 26,887 miles, indicating steady but moderate usage. The low total mileage of 63,125 miles for a ten-old vehicle suggests the drivetrain may have significant life, but the age of the rubber and metal components remains a factor regardless of distance driven. A buyer should specifically inspect the rear suspension assembly, as the nearside rear coil spring mounting was flagged for corrosion in October 2023 at 49,408 miles. While the tester did not find it seriously weakened at that time, corrosion on mounting points often progresses to structural failure if ignored. Additionally, the repeated mentions of thin brake pads necessitate a physical check of the brake disc thickness and caliper condition to ensure they have not been scored or damaged due to delayed replacement of the pads.