2016 Audi A1 1.4L Petrol · FT65 FHC

The vehicle presents a worsening maintenance trend regarding consumable wear, despite passing its most recent MOT on 22 May 2026 at 76,547 miles. While the car remains legally roadworthy, the tester flagged significant issues with all four tyres, specifically noting that the nearside and offside front tyres are worn close to the legal limit and on the edges. The presence of cracking and perishing across the entire set, alongside sidewall damage on the nearside rear, indicates that the rubber is aging and losing structural integrity. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a typical usage pattern for a ten-year-old vehicle. The car has covered approximately 7,655 miles per year, moving from 43,630 miles in February 2019 to 76,547 miles in May 2026. This steady progression suggests regular road use rather than long periods of inactivity, which helps mitigate some risks of seized components, though the recent tyre condition suggests the vehicle may have been driven on aging rubber for too long. A buyer should focus heavily on the braking system and tyre management. The MOT history shows a recurring pattern of brake component wear. In March 2023, the tester noted thin pads on both rear brakes, followed by thin front pads and pitted discs on both the front and rear in April 2025. Although the 2026 test did not list brake defects, the previous two years of advisories suggest a habit of running components to their absolute limit. Immediate investment will be required to replace the full set of tyres to address the perishing and edge wear. Beyond the tyres, a physical inspection of the brake discs and pads is necessary to ensure the pitting and scoring noted in 2025 have been properly rectified. While no structural corrosion or suspension failures have appeared in the records, the recent tyre advisories suggest the previous owner prioritised minimal expenditure over proactive maintenance.