2020 Audi A4 2.0L Diesel · RK20 KKT

The 2020 Audi A4’s most recent MOT test on 2025-04-14 shows an unusual but technically clean pass—despite the vehicle failing the same test just hours earlier at the same mileage (51,686). This anomaly suggests either a temporary administrative error or a last-minute correction, but no defects were recorded in either instance. The preceding MOT in 2024-04-23 at 46,056 miles passed without issues, indicating no consistent pattern of recurring faults. However, the double test in April 2025 warrants scrutiny of whether the vehicle was driven between tests or if the failure was procedural rather than mechanical. The mileage progression reveals a steady but moderate usage pattern, averaging roughly 8,600 miles annually over six years. The gap between the 2023 and 2024 tests (29,501 to 46,056 miles) suggests approximately 16,500 miles were covered in under a year, which is above the typical annual average but not extreme. The 2025 tests occurred at the same mileage, implying the vehicle was not driven between them—a red flag for either storage or a procedural quirk. No major mileage spikes or prolonged inactivity are evident, but the lack of intermediate tests makes it impossible to confirm consistent maintenance intervals. Given the clean MOT history, the primary focus for an in-person inspection should centre on suspension integrity and brake condition. The double test in 2025, despite no recorded defects, hints at potential underlying issues that may not have been fully addressed—particularly rear brake binding or suspension wear, which often require repeated testing to manifest. Examine the rear calipers and pads for uneven wear or corrosion, and check coil springs and bushes for cracking or excessive play. Structural corrosion, especially around wheel arches and sills, should also be assessed, as Audi A4s from this era are prone to rust progression over time. Tyre tread depth and alignment history, though not flagged, warrant verification given the vehicle’s age and mileage.