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2015 Audi A1 1.4L Petrol · FM61 SHA

FM61 SHA

2015 Audi A1 (1.4L, petrol). First registered 30 Jun 2015. Recorded mileage 49,803 miles. MOT expired on 02 Apr 2026.

Make & Model
AUDI A1
Year / Origin
2015 · Nottingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 02 Apr 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
49,803 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.4L
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Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 02 Apr 2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2015
Engine
1395cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The 2015 Audi A1 demonstrates stable roadworthiness, with all four MOT tests from 2022 to 2025 passing without defects. The most recent April 2025 test at 49,803 miles confirmed no issues, aligning with the consistent pattern of prior passes. No recurring mechanical or structural faults are evident in the record, suggesting the vehicle has been maintained to a standard meeting UK legal requirements. The absence of advisories or critical failures indicates the car has not experienced significant wear or neglect in the tested period. Mileage progression shows regular usage, with annual increments between 3,453 and 4,894 miles. The 49,803-mile reading in 2025 reflects an average of 4,528 miles per year, lower than typical for an 11-year-old vehicle. This could imply reduced driving frequency or periods of inactivity, which may affect components like suspension bushes, brake discs, or exhaust systems. However, the MOT history lacks evidence of corrosion, binding mechanisms, or emission failures, mitigating immediate concerns. The sparse record of passes does not reveal gaps in testing, but the long interval between 2022 and 2023 (12 months) warrants attention to potential undetected issues. A physical inspection should prioritise the suspension system for worn bushes or coil springs, as low mileage can lead to stiffness or dry rot. Brake components, including calipers and discs, should be checked for corrosion or uneven wear, particularly if the car has been stationary for extended periods. The exhaust system and underbody should also be examined for rust, as older vehicles in low-use scenarios are prone to this. While the MOT data shows no immediate risks, these areas require verification to confirm the vehicle’s mechanical integrity beyond recorded tests.
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FM61 SHA Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 01/04/2025
  • 49,803 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

FM61 SHA MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 May 2026, 02:04
MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2015 Audi A1 (FM61 SHA) between March 2022 and April 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

FM61 SHA Mileage History

  1. 22/03/202237,449 mi
  2. 17/03/202340,902 mi+3,453 mi
  3. 02/04/202445,796 mi+4,894 mi
  4. 01/04/202549,803 mi+4,007 mi

Average of roughly 4,080 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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63
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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