2014 Audi S1 2.0L Petrol · RK64 YOO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a recent decline in proactive care. While it passed its most recent MOT on November 2024 at 61,320 miles, the failure just one day prior reveals critical lapses in basic upkeep. The tester flagged both front tyres as being below the legal tread depth limit and noted that brake performance could not even be tested. This suggests the previous owner only addressed faults once a test failed, rather than performing routine preventative maintenance. At 61,320 miles over 12 years, the car reflects low annual mileage, averaging approximately 5,110 miles per year. This low usage often leads to the degradation of rubber components due to age rather than mechanical wear. The data shows a consistent interval of roughly 4,000 to 7,500 miles between annual tests from 2021 to 2024, but the lack of significant movement indicates the vehicle may sit for long periods, which can cause dry rot and cracking in perish parts. A buyer must specifically inspect the front drive area. The record shows recurring failures for deteriorated constant velocity boots in 2022 and again in 2024, indicating a failure to replace these inexpensive parts when they began to perish. If grease has escaped these boots, the internal joints will suffer damage, leading to expensive repairs. Given the inability to test brakes in November 2024, a thorough physical check for seized calipers or warped discs is essential to ensure the braking system is fully functional after its period of neglect.