2014 Audi A4 2.0L Diesel · GK64 HTD

The vehicle presents a stable and recently improving mechanical picture. The most recent test on 28 April 2026 at 48,198 miles returned a completely clean pass with zero defects recorded, which is a strong indicator of current roadworthiness. This follows a pattern of resolving issues. The July 2025 test cycle saw the car fail on a damaged nearside front tyre, a nail in the offside rear tyre, and a worn wiper blade, but the subsequent pass on the same day at the same mileage confirms these consumable defects were promptly rectified. The recurring advisories for worn lower rear suspension arm bushes and light oil misting on the front shock absorbers, present in both 2024 and 2025, remain minor and non-excessive, suggesting a stable, long-term wear characteristic rather than a sudden mechanical failure. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 2014 vehicle. Covering only 1,781 miles between the August 2024 test at 44,742 miles and the July 2025 test at 46,417 miles, and then a further 1,781 miles by April 2026, indicates an annual average of roughly 4,000 miles. This light usage reduces wear on major mechanical components but raises the question of long periods of inactivity, which can cause its own issues such as flat-spotted brake discs, perished rubber bushes, and stale fuel. The MOT records are consistent and well-documented, showing no gaps in testing history that would obscure the vehicle's condition. A prospective buyer should focus the physical inspection on the front suspension and braking components flagged repeatedly in the history. The persistent advisory for worn lower rear suspension arm bushes, while not yet causing excessive movement, should be checked for deterioration. The light oil misting noted on both front shock absorbers in 2024 and 2025 warrants a close visual check for any progression to active leaking, which would indicate imminent damper failure. The rear brake pads were wearing thin in both 2024 and 2025, so the current pad thickness and condition of the rear discs need verification despite the recent pass. The tyre history reveals a pattern of damage and perishing, with multiple advisories for cuts, a nail, and structural tears across 2024 and 2025. Although the April 2026 test had no tyre defects, the age of the current tyres should be confirmed via the DOT date code. Given the vehicle's low mileage and potential for stationary deterioration, sidewall condition and date of manufacture are critical. The clean recent MOT is encouraging, but the history of minor recurring faults and low-mileage use means a thorough, in-person mechanical inspection remains essential.