2016 Audi A4 1.4L Petrol · YO16 UEH

The 2016 Audi A4 holds a current MOT valid until 29 July 2026, having passed its most recent test on 29 July 2025 at 64,910 miles with only a minor advisory for a nearside front tyre worn close to the legal limit. The overall maintenance trend is stable and broadly positive. The vehicle has passed every recorded MOT since at least July 2021, and the defect profile has shifted from multiple advisories in 2022 and 2024 to a single low-level tyre advisory in 2025, suggesting that previous wear items have been addressed and the car is being kept in reasonable mechanical order. The mileage progression tells a consistent story. From 37,853 miles recorded on 13 July 2021, the car reached 44,323 miles by 3 August 2022, then 50,702 miles by 19 July 2023, 57,893 miles by 23 July 2024, and 64,910 miles by 29 July 2025. That equates to annual usage of roughly 6,500 to 6,900 miles, which is typical for a vehicle of this age and suggests regular, steady use rather than prolonged standing or unusually high mileage accumulation. The mileage record shows no suspicious gaps or sudden jumps that would raise concerns about odometer tampering or extended periods of neglect. A buyer inspecting this car in person should pay particular attention to the front tyres, given the recurring tyre-related advisories. The 2025 test flagged the nearside front tyre worn close to the legal limit, while the 2024 test noted cracking or perishing across all four tyres, indicating the rubber may be ageing unevenly. Check the date codes and sidewall condition of all four tyres, including the spare if fitted. The 2022 test flagged both front and rear brake pads wearing thin, so examine the current pad thickness and disc condition carefully, especially if the car has covered further miles since the last test. The 2022 advisory for a defective offside front wiper blade is a minor consumable item, but confirm the replacement was carried out and that the screen and washer system are functioning correctly. Beyond the documented advisories, inspect the underside for corrosion on subframes, suspension mounting points, and around the wheel arches, as the A4 platform can be susceptible to surface and structural rust in older examples. Check the condition of suspension bushes, coil springs, and drop links, particularly if the car has spent time on rough roads. Verify that the exhaust emissions remain within limits by listening for any blow-by or rattling from the system, and ensure the engine management light is not illuminated during a cold start and extended drive. The MOT record is reassuring, but a pre-purchase inspection by a qualified technician remains the most reliable way to confirm the car's structural and mechanical integrity.