2015 Audi A1 1.6L Diesel · DF15 ACO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, holding a pass on the 13 November 2025 test at 121 876 miles with no defects recorded. Two days earlier the same vehicle failed, primarily due to an inoperative engine MIL and front tyre tread depths below the 1.6 mm requirement, but those items were clearly remedied before the subsequent re‑test. The pattern of failures shows an improving trend: the serious structural issues noted in late 2023 (fractured off‑side front coil spring, damaged bumper and engine undertray) have not reappeared, and the most recent pass indicates those repairs were effective. Ongoing advisories concerning brake pad wear and suspension oil mist persist, suggesting routine maintenance rather than a deteriorating condition. Mileage accumulation has been relatively steady over the car’s life. From the 2018 test at 31 294 miles the vehicle progressed to 38 101 miles in 2019, 51 920 miles in 2020, 68 472 miles in 2021, 85 050 miles in 2022, 105 203 miles in 2023 and 113 652 miles in 2024, before reaching 121 834 miles in November 2025 and 121 876 miles on the following day. The roughly 8 000‑mile annual increments align with the expected 11 080 miles per year average, indicating regular use without sudden mileage spikes. The MOT schedule itself is consistent, with tests carried out each year, so there are no significant gaps in the record. A prospective buyer should inspect the braking system thoroughly. The history records repeated thin brake pads on both front and rear axles, and occasional binding or fluctuation of service brakes. Pads should be measured for remaining thickness, and the discs examined for uneven wear or scoring. Suspension components merit close scrutiny as well; light oil misting on front shock absorbers appeared in 2024 and 2022, and the 2023 coil spring fracture was a structural failure that, while repaired, indicates the need to check the spring for cracks or proper seating. The bumper and engine undertray damage from 2023 should be examined for corrosion or improper repairs. Tyre condition is another priority: front tread depths fell below the legal limit in 2025, and inner‑edge wear was noted in 2020, so each tyre should be measured and inspected for uneven wear patterns. Finally, the engine management system should be verified; an inoperative MIL was the cause of the recent failure, so the dashboard warning lights and any stored fault codes need confirmation that the system is fully operational.