2017 Audi A4 1.4L Petrol · MA67 FVB

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 17 December 2025 with no defects recorded. However, the overall maintenance trend is concerning, as the history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. Specifically, the vehicle suffered a dangerous failure just two weeks prior to its last pass due to a total lack of braking effort at the nearside front wheel and significant axle imbalance. This follows a previous dangerous failure in 2022 for tyres worn below the legal limit, suggesting a tendency to operate the vehicle until components reach a critical state of failure rather than replacing them based on wear indicators. With a recorded mileage of 67,984 miles over approximately nine years, the vehicle has averaged around 7,554 miles per year. This is considered typical usage for an Audi A4 of this vintage. While the mileage does not suggest excessive wear on the drivetrain or engine, the average usage implies that rubber components, such as suspension bushes and tyre compounds, are reaching the end of their natural service life and require close scrutiny to ensure they have not perished or degraded. Prospective buyers should pay close attention to the braking system and front end suspension. Given the severe brake failure in late 2025, it is essential to verify that the repair was comprehensive and not merely a superficial fix. During a test drive, listen for any unusual noises and feel for brake shudder or a tendency for the car to pull to one side under deceleration. Additionally, the 2022 advisories regarding worn front suspension arm bushes indicate a common wear point for this chassis. Listen for clunks or knocks when traversing uneven road surfaces or during low speed manoeuvring, as worn bushes can lead to vague steering and instability. A thorough physical inspection of the tyres is required to ensure they have been replaced with quality brands and exhibit even wear. Uneven wear on the inner or outer edges would suggest that the previously noted suspension bush wear has progressed or that the wheel alignment is incorrect. Finally, the buyer should cross reference the MOT failure dates with the service history to confirm that these critical safety defects were rectified by a reputable garage and that calendar based maintenance, such as brake fluid flushes and oil changes, has been performed regardless of the moderate annual mileage.