2021 Audi E-Tron GT Quattro Electric · E9 FSJ

A history of minor component failures followed by swift rectification defines the mechanical record of this vehicle, which currently holds a clean testing profile. While an initial MOT failure occurred in July 2025 due to a displaced brake pedal anti-slip cover and incorrect headlamp alignment—accompanied by advisories for a leaking and degraded nearside rear damper—these items were addressed, culminating in a defect-free pass on 21 May 2026. The testing timeline demonstrates a pattern where identified defects are resolved promptly, returning the vehicle to full roadworthiness without lingering recorded advisories. Accumulating 75,855 recorded miles over approximately five years equates to a high annual usage rate of around 15,170 miles per year. For a heavy, high-performance electric platform, this level of sustained mileage exerts substantial load on chassis components, suspension linkages, and braking systems. The combination of high vehicle mass and higher-than-average distance traveled accelerates the mechanical degradation of rubber suspension bushes, air or hydraulic dampers, and wheel bearings, meaning that chassis wear requires closer scrutiny than on lower-mileage examples of similar age. Targeted inspection should focus primarily on the rear suspension setup given the vehicle's history of damper issues. Prospective buyers should check the nearside rear shock absorber area for signs of fresh fluid leakage or uneven tyre wear across the tread face. On a road test, listen carefully for dull thuds or metallic knocking sounds when traveling over sharp surface imperfections or speed bumps. Assess the vehicle's body control through high-speed cornering and crests to detect any wallowing, excess rebound, or rear-end float that would indicate imbalance across the rear axle dampers. In addition to suspension checks, evaluate the condition and security of the foot controls and braking system. Confirm that the anti-slip cover on the brake pedal is firmly anchored and in good condition. During the road test, monitor the brake pedal feel for smooth modulation when transitioning between regenerative retarding force and mechanical friction braking, ensuring there is no pedal vibration, binding, or lateral pull. Inspect the vehicle's lighting operation, confirming correct range adjustment and beam pattern functionality.