1994 AUDI 801.6L PETROL

The 1994 Audi 80 has a recorded mileage of 178,139 miles at 32 years old, averaging 5,567 miles annually. This low mileage suggests either light use or extended periods of inactivity, which can lead to issues like fluid degradation, rubber component aging, or seized mechanisms. However, the vehicle’s age alone means critical systems may still show wear despite the low mileage. The most recent MOT on 2019-11-07 showed repeated braking system concerns: thin front brake pads, imbalanced front brakes, and a pitted rear brake disc. These issues were also present in the prior failed MOT on 2019-11-05, indicating unresolved or recurring problems. The braking system appears to be a persistent risk, with adjustments or repairs likely needed to meet safety standards. Steering and suspension components have shown consistent issues. Track rod end ball joints had excessive play in 2019-11-05 and slight play in 2018-11-01, while steering free play was noted in 2017-10-06. These suggest potential wear in the steering linkage, which could affect handling and safety. The 2017-10-02 failure also highlighted insecure steering rack fixings and mismatched tyres, pointing to possible structural or alignment problems.