2011 Audi A1 1.4L Petrol · DN11 XPR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy with a maintenance history showing an improving trend following a period of mechanical neglect. The most recent test in November 2025 at 131,304 miles recorded only a minor windscreen chip that did not obstruct the driver's view. This represents a significant improvement over the 2022 and 2023 inspections, where the owner failed to address multiple recurring suspension and braking issues identified previously. At 131,304 miles over 15 years, the Audi has averaged approximately 8,750 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage for a small hatchback. The mileage accumulation is consistent, with roughly 8,000 miles driven between the November 2024 tests and another 17,500 miles recorded by late 2025. This regularity suggests the vehicle has not sat stationary for long periods, which is generally beneficial for the integrity of various rubber components and fluid seals. A buyer should focus their inspection on the front suspension assembly, as records from 2022 and 2023 highlighted recurring wear on suspension arm bushes and deteriorated anti-roll bar linkage dust covers. While these appear to have been addressed given the clean recent passes, the repeated nature of these faults suggests the front end may be prone to premature wear. The 2022 advisory regarding a rear brake imbalance that only just met requirements also warrants a physical check for seized calipers or sticking pistons to ensure the braking system is not regressing toward a failure state.