2013 Audi A1 2.0L Diesel · EX13 AUR

A serious suspension weakness dominates this car’s recent MOT record – the 2025 test recorded dangerous‑level detachments of both front suspension arm pins or bushes and a fractured nearside rear coil spring, prompting a failure that required corrective work before the subsequent test could be passed. The most recent pass on 21 May 2025 only flags the nearside rear tyre as being close to the legal limit, indicating that the critical suspension faults have been addressed but that tyre wear still demands attention. At 132,046 mi spread over roughly 13 years the average annual mileage sits around 10,000 mi, which is typical for a vehicle of this age and suggests steady, moderate use rather than periods of prolonged storage or extreme mileage spikes. The MOT history shows regular annual testing with only a single gap between the 2019‑06‑21 pass and the 2020‑11‑27 test, implying the car has been kept on the road consistently, so wear on drivetrain, suspension and braking components will be commensurate with its mileage. When you inspect the car, focus on the front suspension geometry and the rear coil spring assembly. Listen for clunking or knocking over bumps, feel for any looseness or play in the steering wheel, and check that the wheels track straight without pulling to one side – symptoms that would indicate lingering arm or bush wear. The 2023 advisory about off‑side front service‑brake binding means the brake pedal should feel smooth and return promptly; any judder, uneven pedal travel or a pulling sensation when applying the brakes warrants a thorough caliper and hose inspection. The hand‑brake grip damage noted in 2021 should be verified for secure operation, and the tyre on the nearside rear should be measured for tread depth and sidewall condition before committing to purchase. A comprehensive pre‑purchase check should include a detailed visual and tactile examination of both front suspension arms, bushes and mounting bolts, a measurement of rear coil‑spring integrity, and a full brake system assessment (pads, discs, calipers and hydraulic lines). Verify that the headlamp aim and side‑repeater function have been restored since the 2019 failure, and replace the nearside rear tyre if its tread is below the legal minimum. Confirm that the hand‑brake engages firmly and that there is no excessive play in the steering column. Only after these targeted inspections confirm that the previously dangerous faults have been properly remedied should the vehicle be considered road‑worthy for further use.