2011 Audi A1 1.2L Petrol · DF61 YTW

The most recent MOT on 2026-03-06 recorded 116,599 miles and resulted in a pass , but several critical issues were noted. These included nearside and offside front service brake binding (1.2.1 (f)), a rear exhaust box in poor condition, and an insecure rear box heat shield. These findings suggest ongoing wear in braking systems and exhaust components, which are not uncommon in older vehicles but require monitoring. A fail occurred just two days earlier at the same mileage (116,597 miles), revealing more severe issues. Contaminated brake fluid (1.8 (a)), worn suspension components (5.3.4 (a) (i)), and multiple tyre defects (5.2.3 (d) (ii) and (e)) were highlighted. The fail also included a fractured front coil spring (5.3.1 (b) (i)) and a rear brake disc that was pitted or scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii)). These problems indicate significant mechanical stress, likely exacerbated by the vehicle’s age and mileage. Recurring issues over the past five years include suspension wear (particularly lower arm pins/bushes and anti-roll bar dust covers), brake binding , and tyre degradation . The 2025-03-06 pass noted a deteriorating rear silencer and worn brake discs, while the 2024-02-27 pass included warnings about tyres near legal limits and oil leaks. These patterns suggest a gradual decline in component integrity, possibly due to normal aging rather than sudden damage.