2016 Audi A4 2.0L Diesel · SW16 VYO

The 2026-06-18 verdict establishes that the vehicle is roadworthy for the current date, but the MOT history indicates a significant deterioration trend. The most recent test in September 2025 at 97,512 miles was passed, yet the vehicle failed on multiple occasions in May 2023, specifically regarding the front and rear suspension, brakes, and structural integrity. This failure occurred at 76,128 miles, marking the first time the vehicle has been tested in this specific interval, which suggests the issue has not been resolved by the buyer's current efforts. Regarding mileage accumulation, the vehicle exhibits a rapid and uncontrolled pattern of growth. The 2016 AUDI A4 is approximately ten years old, and the recorded mileage has increased from 54,802 miles in 2022 to 97,512 miles in 2025. This rapid increase is not merely due to normal wear and tear but is likely the result of a failed mechanical test in 2023, where the vehicle was tested at a much lower mileage point. The lack of a gap between the 2023 and 2025 tests indicates that the vehicle has been driving continuously without any maintenance interruption, which is a critical red flag for a vehicle of this age. A buyer must inspect the vehicle in person immediately to address the recurring faults and structural risks identified in the record. The most serious risk is the fractured or broken coil spring in the rear, which has been flagged multiple times, and corroded mounting points on the rear suspension that have weakened the suspension. These structural components, combined with the failure of the lower suspension bushings and the thin brake pads, suggest that the vehicle is in a state of serious mechanical decline. The buyer must verify the condition of the coil spring and the suspension bushings, as these components have been found to be worn or corroded in at least one of the most recent tests, indicating that the vehicle is not safe to drive at the current mileage.