2016 Audi A4 2.0L Diesel · RO16 NTV

The vehicle presents a questionable state of roadworthiness with a clear history of reactive rather than proactive maintenance. While it passed its most recent test in January 2024 at 167,487 miles, this followed a significant failure just two weeks prior at 166,175 miles. The data indicates a worsening trend where components are only addressed once they reach the point of legal failure. Given that the last MOT was conducted over two years ago, the vehicle is currently operating with an expired certificate, which suggests a total lapse in routine safety inspections and ongoing maintenance standards. The vehicle has accumulated high mileage, averaging approximately 16,700 miles annually over ten years, which is well above the national average for a passenger car of this age. A sharp surge in usage occurred between May 2023 and January 2024, where the car covered over 24,000 miles in just eight months. This level of rapid accumulation places immense stress on the drivetrain and suspension components. The gap between the 2022 and 2023 tests shows a period of more consistent use, but the high-mileage run in 2024 suggests the vehicle is being used for long-distance commuting, which accelerates wear on mechanical assemblies. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking and suspension systems. The January 2024 failure highlighted multiple critical issues including thin rear brake pads, worn discs, and a parking brake with efficiency less than half the required standard. The presence of an excessively worn front suspension arm bush and a deteriorated offside front CV boot indicates that the front-end hardware is nearing the end of its life. You should check for grease leaks from drive shafts and verify that the previous repairs were executed with quality parts rather than cheap temporary fixes. The recurring issues with tyres reaching the legal limit across multiple years suggest a pattern of neglecting basics, necessitating a complete check of all remaining consumables and fluid levels.