2014 AUDI A11.6L Diesel

The vehicle was deemed roadworthy at the most recent MOT on 15 August 2025, passing with a single advisory that the near‑side front lower suspension arm pin or bush was worn but not causing excessive movement. Earlier tests show a pattern of minor, isolated wear – rear coil‑spring corrosion in 2022, front brake‑disc scoring in 2020 and 2021, and tyre edge wear on the near‑side front in 2018 and 2019 – but no recurring structural failures. Overall the maintenance trend appears stable, with defects either resolved or remaining within acceptable limits for a passing result. Mileage has risen from 25,507 miles in June 2016 to 79,227 miles in August 2025, averaging roughly 6,600 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a twelve‑year‑old Audi A1. Increments between successive tests are consistent: 5,879 miles between September 2024 and August 2025, 5,691 miles between August 2023 and September 2024, and 6,228 miles between September 2022 and August 2023. No abrupt spikes or prolonged gaps suggest irregular use or neglect; the mileage record is therefore relatively clean. A prospective buyer should focus on the components that have surfaced repeatedly. Inspect the near‑side front lower suspension arm and its bush for any play or corrosion, and verify that the rear coil springs are free of rust and structural damage. Examine both rear brake discs for scoring or thinning beyond the advisory level, and confirm that rear brake pads retain sufficient thickness. Check the near‑side front tyre for tread depth and edge wear, and assess the condition of the front windscreen wiper blades. Finally, look for any lingering signs of exhaust back‑box corrosion and ensure the headlamp lenses are clear of product deposits. Addressing these areas will confirm whether the vehicle’s historic wear has been properly managed.