2018 Audi A6 2.0L Diesel · AH11 SUB

The vehicle’s most recent MOT on 2026‑04‑02 resulted in a failure, with the tester flagging offside front and nearside front tyres worn close to the legal limit, a nearside rear tyre whose tread depth fell below the 1.6 mm requirement, and rear brake pads wearing thin. The maintenance trend is clearly worsening; brake‑pad wear has been recorded at several tests since 2022, and tyre condition has progressed from advisories to an outright failure on tread depth. This pattern indicates that consumable wear has not been addressed promptly, leaving the car outside the standard of roadworthiness. Mileage accumulation over the car’s eight‑year life totals 52,903 miles, averaging roughly 6,600 miles per year. The early period (2021‑2025) shows a steady rise of 5,000‑6,500 miles annually, but the interval from the 2025 pass at 43,740 miles to the 2026 failures at about 52,900 miles adds roughly 9,200 miles in only five months. That recent surge suggests a higher usage rate and a more rapid wear cycle than the earlier years, a factor worth noting for any prospective owner. A buyer should inspect the rear brake pads first, checking for excessive wear that could compromise stopping ability. The nearside rear tyre must be examined for tread depth, and all four tyres should be assessed for edge wear, which may point to suspension bush or alignment issues. A visual check of suspension mounts and wheel alignment is advisable given the repeated tyre edge wear. While the MOT history shows no structural corrosion or chassis damage, a thorough under‑body inspection for rust spots is prudent. Finally, verify that the brake discs are free of scoring, as thin pads can lead to disc wear if not replaced promptly.