2002 Audi A2 1.4L Petrol · AE02 AEF

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by a history of significant deferred maintenance and recurring mechanical failures. While it passed its most recent test in August 2025 at 130,021 miles, this followed a catastrophic failure just three weeks prior that revealed a multitude of serious defects. The maintenance trend is unstable, as the car consistently suffers from multiple-point failures, particularly involving the braking system, suspension, and lighting, requiring immediate and ongoing attention to prevent further safety risks. At 130,021 miles, this 24-year-old Audi averages a low of approximately 5,400 miles per year. However, the data reveals a significant gap in activity between February 2021 at 129,756 miles and August 2025, where the vehicle covered only 265 miles over four years. This pattern of extreme low use suggests long periods of standing, which often leads to the degradation of rubber components, seized brakes, and accelerated corrosion as seen in the recorded history. A prospective buyer must conduct a rigorous physical inspection of the structural integrity and suspension assembly. The record shows persistent corrosion issues on the front suspension components and the rear axle, with fractured coil springs noted in both 2019 and 2025. The braking system is a major area of concern; the tester flagged binding calipers, knotted and swollen brake cables, and corroded brake hose ferrules. You should also verify that the ABS fault remains resolved, as it was a recurring failure, and check the condition of all ball joint dust covers, which have repeatedly failed due to deterioration and damage.