2010 Audi A4 1.8L Petrol · OW60 KWM

The most recent MOT, conducted on 21 January 2026 at 133,585 miles, resulted in a pass, but the tester flagged two advisories that demand attention. The rear sub-frame is corroded, though not yet seriously weakened, and an offside rear tyre contained a nail. This indicates a maintenance trend that is broadly stable but showing age-related deterioration. The pass confirms the vehicle met minimum safety standards at that point, yet the corrosion advisory on a critical structural component signals that the car is entering a phase where rust-related repairs could become a recurring theme if left unmanaged. The mileage pattern is consistent and unremarkable for a 2010 vehicle. The car covered approximately 8,349 miles per year on average, with a clear progression from 120,311 miles in January 2024 to 128,703 miles by February 2025, and finally to 133,585 miles in January 2026. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden jumps in the odometer record. The annual mileage suggests regular, moderate use rather than prolonged standing or excessive daily driving, which in turn means wear on consumables and mechanical components has been spread reasonably evenly over the vehicle's life. The MOT history reveals two recurring themes. Tyre condition has been flagged multiple times, with both nearside and offside front and rear tyres appearing on separate tests for tread depth below the 1.6mm legal limit or wear on the edges. This pattern suggests the previous owner did not stay on top of tyre maintenance or alignment, as uneven edge wear often points to misaligned tracking or neglected pressures. Suspension wear is the second consistent issue. In January 2024, both rear shock absorbers showed reduced damping effect and both front suspension arm main bushes were worn, though not to the point of excessive movement. These were flagged as advisories rather than failures, meaning they were monitored rather than replaced at that time. A prospective buyer should have the suspension and bushes physically inspected to determine whether they have since been renewed or are now deteriorated further. The sub-frame corrosion advisory from the January 2026 test is the most structurally significant finding. While the corrosion was not deemed serious enough to fail the vehicle at that mileage and date, a corroded rear sub-frame on a sixteen-year-old Audi is a genuine concern. Sub-frame corrosion can compromise mounting points for the rear suspension and affect handling integrity if it progresses. A buyer should arrange an under-vehicle inspection with a focus on the rear sub-frame, particularly around mounting points and any welded seams. Brake lines and the exhaust system in the same area should also be checked for corrosion, as these often deteriorate alongside sub-frame rust on vehicles of this age.