2014 Audi A1 1.4L Petrol · FH63 AAY

The vehicle presents a clean roadworthiness status following its most recent MOT pass on 11 June 2026 at 113,636 miles, which recorded no defects. This follows a period of mechanical instability in May 2025 when the car failed on several items including worn suspension arm ball joints, worn bushes, and thin rear brake pads. The transition from that failure to a clean pass in 2026 suggests that the necessary repairs to the front suspension and braking system were carried out, indicating an improving maintenance trend. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a typical 12-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,470 miles per year. The record shows steady usage, moving from 79,876 miles in February 2021 to 113,636 miles in June 2026. There are no significant gaps in testing or evidence of long-term stationary periods, though the jump from 45,114 miles in early 2018 to 58,547 miles in early 2019 shows a slightly higher annual usage during that specific window. A prospective buyer should pay close attention to the exhaust system and braking components. The 2025 tests flagged both rear exhaust body outer skin corrosion and worn front brake discs. While the most recent test was clear, the history of pitted discs and rusty silencers suggests that corrosion is a recurring theme for this vehicle. It is advisable to inspect the underside for any signs of advancing structural rust or weeping from the exhaust mounting points. The suspension history also warrants a physical inspection. Although the offside front lower suspension arm ball joint and bush were flagged as excessively worn in May 2025, a buyer should verify that these components were replaced with high-quality parts and that no further play exists in the steering or suspension geometry. Checking the condition of the tyres is also necessary, as the record shows a pattern of tyres being worn close to the legal limit or having flat spots, particularly in 2019 and 2024.