2016 Audi A4 SE Ultra TDI 2.0L Diesel · FH65 LWP

The vehicle presents a stable maintenance trend but lacks a current statutory certificate, as the most recent test occurred in April 2024 at 157,607 miles. The historical record shows four consecutive passes since November 2022 with no primary defects, dangerous items, or major advisories recorded. The tester confirmed that critical wear components met statutory standards when last examined. A failed test logged one week prior to the pass shows zero recorded defects, which typically points to an administrative error or a retest where the original failure stemmed from documentation rather than mechanical fault. The absence of recurring failures suggests previous owners addressed routine servicing promptly enough to keep the chassis, braking system, and emissions equipment within legal limits. At roughly fifteen thousand seven hundred miles annually over ten years, the odometer reading reflects heavy usage for a diesel saloon. The gap between the January 2020 test at 101,337 miles and the November 2022 test at 135,453 miles reveals an annualised climb of approximately seventeen thousand miles, confirming sustained high-mileage operation. This consistent accumulation places increased demand on suspension bushes, coil springs, wheel bearings, and the timing drive assembly. The record contains no advisory warnings regarding corrosion, exhaust emissions, or steering play, which implies the car spent considerable time on regular runs rather than sitting idle. High kilometre coverage does not automatically indicate neglect, but it does require careful verification of fluid changes and component replacement intervals. Buyers should prioritise a thorough ground-level inspection focusing on suspension geometry and brake condition. The turbocharged TDI engine demands confirmation that exhaust aftertreatment systems operate correctly, as blocked particulate filters often trigger hidden drivability issues before they appear on paper. Examine the rear axle mounting points and subframe bolts for stress cracks, given the sustained load carried by this model. Check all four brake discs for scoring and verify that caliper slide pins move freely, since high mileage accelerates pad wear and binding conditions. A compression check and leak-down test will clarify internal engine health, while a proper underbody examination rules out early-stage corrosion beneath the sills and floor pans.