2016 Audi A4 1.4L Petrol · RE16 OMV

A pattern of tyre degradation coupled with a serious rear‑coil‑spring fracture defines this 2016 Audi A4’s MOT record; the vehicle suffered multiple tyre advisories and a dangerous front‑tyre ply failure in 2023, then a near‑side rear coil‑spring break in 2024, before returning to clean passes in the two most recent tests (December 2025 and March 2025). The trend shows that the major suspension fault was addressed and the tyre condition has been brought within legal limits, but the recurrence of tyre wear advisories indicates an ongoing risk that should be verified before purchase. With 68,537 mi logged over roughly ten years the average annual mileage sits at about 6,850 mi, a figure consistent with normal private‑car usage and showing no abrupt spikes or prolonged gaps between tests. The regular six‑monthly MOT schedule suggests the vehicle has been kept on the road rather than stored idle, meaning wear on consumables such as tyres, brakes and suspension components will be in line with typical age‑related degradation rather than accelerated by high‑stress use. For a prospective buyer the foremost inspection focus should be the tyre set. Examine all four tyres for tread depth, sidewall cracks, bulges or any signs of perishing rubber, and confirm that the current tread meets the legal minimum of 1.6 mm across the widest point. While on the road, listen for a thumping or knocking sensation over bumps that could indicate residual issues with the rear coil spring or its mounting points, and feel for any looseness in the rear suspension when applying gentle pressure to the rear corners. The near‑side rear coil spring replacement should be inspected for correct fitment and signs of corrosion at the mounting brackets. Although no brake or emission defects appear in the MOT history, it remains prudent to test the braking system for pedal judder, uneven pull or abnormal noises, and to verify that the wiper blades operate without streaking given the 2024 advisory about a defective blade. A short road‑test that includes a few moderate corners and a brief stop‑and‑go will help reveal any hidden steering pull, suspension squeaks or brake inconsistencies that were not captured in the MOT data.