2002 Audi TT 1.8L Petrol · OY52 KKJ

The 2002 Audi TT passed its most recent MOT on 11 February 2026 at 118,544 miles, but the maintenance trend is not clean. Two advisories were recorded: a loud exhaust and a severely deteriorated nearside front constant velocity boot. The CV boot failure is a notable defect, as a split or degraded boot allows grease to escape and contaminants to enter, risking joint failure and sudden loss of drive. The exhaust note suggests a leaking manifold, box, or joint, which could worsen emissions compliance and noise levels. The record shows a mixed pattern of care, with a failure in January 2025 followed by a clean pass in February 2025 and then these fresh advisories in 2026. The vehicle has covered roughly 118,544 miles over 24 years, averaging approximately 4,939 miles per year, which is low for its age. The mileage progression is steady: 108,065 miles in October 2021, 113,750 miles in January 2023, 116,647 miles in January 2025, and 118,544 miles in February 2026. This indicates consistent but light use, with no sudden jumps or suspicious gaps. Low annual mileage can reduce wear on drivetrain and braking components, but it also raises the risk of long periods standing, which accelerates rubber deterioration, brake corrosion, and fluid degradation. The January 2025 failure is the most significant warning sign. The tester flagged an inoperative power steering system, an ABS warning lamp indicating a fault, and excessively corroded brake pipes on both rear sides. Corroded brake pipes are a serious structural concern, as they can rupture under pressure and cause partial or total brake loss. The fact that the vehicle passed clean in February 2025 suggests these items were repaired, but a buyer should verify that the brake lines were properly replaced rather than patched, and that the power steering and ABS faults were fully diagnosed and resolved. A thorough inspection of the underside for fresh pipework, correct routing, and corrosion protection is essential. Beyond the 2025 failure, the history reveals a pattern of minor but telling wear. Slight play was found in the offside track rod end in January 2023, indicating steering wear typical of age. The 2026 CV boot advisory confirms that drivetrain rubber components are deteriorating. A buyer should inspect all suspension bushes, coil springs, and anti-roll bar links for cracking or perishing, check the exhaust system for leaks and corrosion, and test the ABS and power steering operation on a road test. The low mileage is appealing, but the recurring mechanical and structural advisories suggest this TT has not been maintained to a meticulous standard.