2016 Audi A4 2.0L Petrol · RF16 HZP

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a persistent trend of deferred suspension component repairs. While the most recent test in January 2026 at 110,467 miles resulted in a pass, the tester was obstructed by child seats preventing a full inspection of the adult seat belts. The recurring presence of worn suspension bushes across multiple years suggests that the owner has only addressed mechanical issues once they reach an MOT advisory threshold rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,000 miles per annum. There is a significant jump of 16,808 miles between the January 2022 test at 81,170 miles and the January 2023 test at 97,978 miles. Since then, the car has covered roughly 12,500 miles annually. This steady usage suggests regular road miles, which explains the gradual wear observed on rubber-based suspension components typical of an Audi A4. A buyer must pay close attention to the front suspension geometry. The record shows that the upper suspension arm pins and bushes were flagged as worn or split from 2023 through to 2025. Because these faults persisted for three years, it is highly likely the components are nearing the end of their life and could lead to uneven tyre wear or steering instability. A physical inspection should check for play in the control arms and verify if the split inner bushes mentioned in 2023 were ever replaced. The 2025 advisory also noted a cut on the offside front outer tyre. While this did not reach the cords at that time, the current condition should be verified for sidew damage or low tread. Additionally, since the last two tests involved restricted inspections due to child seats, the buyer should remove these seats to ensure the belting mechanisms are fully functional and free of obstruction. The lack of structural corrosion or brake records is a positive sign for the chassis, but the suspension requires a thorough mechanical check.