2016 Audi A4 1.4L Petrol · RF66 PFA

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, though the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive repairs regarding suspension components. The most recent test in January 2024 at 66,210 miles identified a worn front suspension arm pin or bush on both sides. While the vehicle passed the test, this defect indicates that the rubber components are beginning to reach their service limit. This follows a clean record from early 2023, suggesting that wear is now developing gradually. The mileage pattern is consistent with low-use domestic ownership, averaging approximately 6,600 miles per year over its ten-year life. There is a notable usage gap between February 2022 and February 2023, where the car covered roughly 12,000 miles. The interval between February 2023 and January 2024 shows a higher accumulation of over 16,000 miles. This low annual mileage generally reduces the strain on the drivetrain and engine, but it can lead to the degradation of rubber seals and bushes during periods of inactivity. A buyer should conduct a close physical inspection of the front suspension to ensure the worn bushes flagged previously have not developed significant play or audible knocking. The failure in December 2020 at 38,235 miles for thin rear brake pads suggests the previous owner occasionally neglected consumable maintenance until a failure point occurred. Verify the current thickness of all brake pads and check for uneven wear on the discs. Given the time elapsed since the last MOT in early 2024, the vehicle is now overdue for a test, which should be addressed immediately to confirm the current structural integrity and emissions status.