2001 AUDI RS44.2L Petrol

The vehicle's maintenance profile shows a worsening trend in mechanical condition, culminating in a significant failure during the May 2023 test at 99,492 miles. While earlier tests showed minor issues, the 2023 record indicates a rapid deterioration of critical safety components. The tester flagged multiple failures involving the braking system, specifically porous, split, and bulging brake hoses, alongside excessive corrosion on the rear hose ferrules. This failure was compounded by structural wear in the rear suspension, where both nearside and offside rear lower suspension arm bushes were excessively worn. The recorded mileage of 99,492 miles suggests a very low usage pattern for a 25-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,980 miles per year. However, the data shows the car has been driven very little in recent years, with the mileage only increasing by 166 miles between May 2022 and May 2023. This pattern of infrequent use often leads to the degradation of rubber components and fluids, which is evident in the recurring advisories and failures regarding perishing tyres and corroding brake lines. The lack of significant mileage accumulation since 2013 suggests the vehicle may spend long periods stationary, contributing to the observed deterioration of consumables. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and all rubberised components. The history of brake hose failure and corrosion, alongside the 2023 inability to test brake performance, necessitates a close look at the hydraulic lines and calipers. The recurring issues with suspension bushes, including the 2013 upper arm bush failure and the 2023 lower arm bush failure, indicate that the entire suspension geometry requires scrutiny for play or perished rubber. Furthermore, the history of tyre damage, ranging from nails in 2018 to deep cuts reaching the cords in 2023, suggests a pattern of neglected tyre maintenance. Given the low annual mileage, the buyer should check for sidewall cracking and age-related perishing on all four tyres. Finally, the repeated mentions of rear anti-roll bar corrosion and exhaust leaks should be addressed to ensure no significant structural or emissions-related issues remain unrectified from previous service intervals.