2016 Audi A4 1.4L Petrol · RX16 YCB

The 2016 Audi A4 presents a stable but mechanically tired roadworthiness profile as of its most recent MOT on 26 February 2026 at 97,821 miles. The vehicle passed that test, yet the tester flagged all four brake discs as worn, though not excessively, and both front tyres were measured at or near the 1.5 mm legal minimum, with the nearside front sitting at 2 mm and the offside front at 3 mm. This pattern of borderline brake and tyre wear at the latest inspection suggests the car is being run hard on consumables before replacement, a trend consistent with the broader maintenance record. The mileage progression tells a clear story of accelerating use. Between the February 2023 test at 70,671 miles and the February 2024 test at 76,914 miles, the car covered roughly 6,243 miles in twelve months. That figure jumped to 11,569 miles between February 2024 and February 2025 at 88,483 miles, then slowed to 9,338 miles over the following twelve months leading to the February 2026 test at 97,821 miles. The annualised average of approximately 9,782 miles over the vehicle's life is typical for its age, but the spike in 2023-2024 indicates a period of heavier use that would have accelerated wear on suspension bushes, brake components, and drivetrain mounts. The most persistent structural concern is the nearside rear outer sill damage, which appeared as an advisory in the February 2023 test at 70,671 miles, was noted again in the February 2024 test at 76,914 miles, and resurfaced in the February 2025 test at 88,483 miles. A buyer should inspect this area closely for corrosion progression, poor previous repair work, or underlying structural compromise, as sill damage on an Audi A4 of this age can indicate water ingress and long-term corrosion that may not be cosmetic. The nearside outer sill damage flagged in the 2025 tests further reinforces the need for a thorough underside inspection. The recurring brake disc wear advisories across all four corners at the 2026 test, combined with the repeated tyre wear advisories dating back to 2025, point to a vehicle that has been driven in a manner that stresses braking components, possibly involving frequent motorway braking or spirited driving. A buyer should examine the condition of the brake pads, calipers for any signs of binding, and the suspension bushes and coil springs, which take the brunt of aggressive braking loads. The front tyres wearing unevenly on their edges also warrants a four-wheel alignment check, as this pattern typically indicates worn tracking or suspension geometry issues that have gone unaddressed.