2016 Audi A4 2.0L Diesel · KP66 VEL

The most recent MOT on 2025-06-05 recorded a pass, but the prior MOT on 2025-06-04 showed a failure with multiple critical issues. The failure included fractured nearside and offside rear coil springs, a split constant velocity boot on the nearside front outer drive shaft, and continued tyre wear on both nearside tyres. These defects indicate significant mechanical degradation, particularly in suspension and drivetrain components. The same tyre wear issues were noted in the 2025-06-05 pass, suggesting ongoing neglect or unresolved underlying problems. The pattern of defects shows a worsening trend. While the 2024-05-22 MOT was clean, the 2025-06-04 failure revealed structural suspension damage (fractured coil springs) and a CV boot failure, which are more severe than earlier issues like a child seat obstructing belt inspection or a tyre cut. The recurrence of nearside tyre wear across multiple MOTs (2025, 2023) points to persistent alignment, balancing, or suspension problems that may not have been fully addressed. The vehicle’s mileage of 134,942 miles for a 10-year-old car equates to roughly 13,500 miles annually, which is high for its age. This suggests frequent use, potentially accelerating wear on tyres, suspension, and drivetrain components. However, the absence of major defects in the 2024 MOT complicates the interpretation—whether the recent failures reflect a sudden decline or long-term neglect remains unclear.