2017 Audi A1 1.4L Petrol · DX17 MZW

The vehicle's roadworthiness is currently failing, as evidenced by the MOT record dated 2025-09-19 which failed the test for the front tyre tread depth and rear reversing lamp, with the most recent test occurring 9 months ago. This indicates that the vehicle's mechanical condition has deteriorated significantly since the initial inspection, suggesting a trend of worsening wear rather than stability. The failure to pass the MOT on the 2025-09-19 test implies that the vehicle has not been adequately maintained since the 2025-09-19 test, which is critical for determining if the issues are due to a lack of upkeep or a genuine mechanical failure. The mileage accumulation over the last six years shows a pattern of rapid growth, averaging approximately 7,500 miles per year. This high rate of mileage accumulation, combined with the frequent failures in the 2025-09-19 test, suggests that the vehicle has likely experienced a lack of basic upkeep, such as tyre rotation and balancing, or that the owner has not performed routine inspections. The consistent failure to pass the MOT on the 2025-09-19 test indicates that the vehicle has not been adequately maintained since that date, which is critical for determining if the issues are due to a lack of upkeep or a genuine mechanical failure. Given the recurring faults identified in the MOT history, the buyer must inspect the vehicle in person to assess the condition of the suspension, brakes, and drivetrain components. The most recent failure on the 2025-09-19 test highlights that the vehicle has not been adequately maintained since that date, which is critical for determining if the issues are due to a lack of upkeep or a genuine mechanical failure. The failure to pass the MOT on the 2025-09-19 test indicates that the vehicle has not been adequately maintained since that date, which is critical for determining if the issues are due to a lack of upkeep or a genuine mechanical failure.