2022 Audi A1 S Line Black ED 30 Tfsi 1.0L Petrol · BG22 AAY

The most recent DVSA MOT test, conducted on 26 June 2026, resulted in a clean pass with no advisories or defects recorded, which represents an encouraging return to compliance for this 2022 Audi A1 S Line Black Edition 30 TFSI. Looking at the broader history, the vehicle has now completed three passes and two failures, but crucially the only non-tyre-related advisory issued across the entire record was a note in July 2025 that the front brake pads were wearing thin. That advisory has effectively been resolved, given the clean pass at the most recent test twelve months later. The two prior failures both involved serious tyre integrity issues, a deep nearside front tyre cut and a dangerous offside front bulge caused by structural separation, both of which are immediate safety items rather than progressive mechanical wear. The overall trend therefore appears stable and improving, with the vehicle now demonstrating compliance at its latest assessment. With 29,085 miles recorded on a four year old car, the annual mileage works out at roughly 7,271 miles, which sits comfortably within typical usage parameters for a small premium hatchback of this age. There are no extended gaps in the MOT record to suggest prolonged standing or neglect, and the mileage progression between tests is consistent and moderate rather than indicative of heavy motorway use or, conversely, sporadic short journeys. This level of use is generally favourable for long-term mechanical health, as it tends to keep the engine, turbocharger, and dual-clutch or manual transmission fully warmed through regular operation, reducing the risk of oil contamination, condensation in the sump, and exhaust condensate pooling. The relatively modest mileage does mean the buyer will not need to be overly concerned about high-wear items such as clutch friction plates or turbo bearings being near end of life. Although the MOT record itself is now clean, there are still several physical and age-related inspection points that a prospective buyer should satisfy themselves on before purchase. The earlier brake pad advisory suggests the front discs and pads should be measured directly with a digital vernier or inspected through the wheel, looking for pad material approaching the 2 to 3 millimetre minimum wear indicator and disc thickness not falling below the stamped minimum specification, which is particularly important on the heavier S Line specification. During a test drive, listen for any metallic grinding, brake shudder under firm pedal application, or pulling to one side that could indicate uneven pad wear or a binding caliper, and check that the handbrake holds firmly on an incline as the electronic parking brake mechanism on this generation can occasionally seize. The two historic tyre failures also serve as a reminder to inspect all four tyres and the spare or repair kit for sidewall cracking, bulges, or perishing, as even premium fitments degrade with calendar age regardless of tread depth. Beyond the recorded MOT items, given the modest annual mileage and the vehicle's age, attention should turn to condition-based deterioration that the MOT does not fully assess. The 12 volt battery is approaching the typical four to five year replacement window, so verifying a healthy resting voltage above 12.4 volts and confirming the stop-start system activates reliably will indicate whether a replacement is imminent. Brake fluid is hygroscopic and should be renewed every two years regardless of mileage, so confirming a recent service record stamp for this item is worthwhile, alongside coolant and DSG or manual gearbox oil if applicable. Examine the underside, wheel arches, and suspension components for any surface corrosion or perished rubber bushes and anti-roll bar drop links, which on a car that has seen four British winters can begin to show age-related cracking. Finally, check the condition of the coil springs for any signs of sagging or fracture, confirm the pollen filter and cabin filter have been replaced, and review the digital service history through the Audi MMI system to verify that the long-life service intervals have been properly reset, as this gives the clearest picture of how well the vehicle has been maintained between MOT visits.