2018 Audi A1 1.4L Petrol · GY18 AEP

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile following its most recent MOT pass on 7 April 2026 at 25,950 miles, which recorded no defects. While the mechanical history shows intermittent issues, the trend indicates a resolving pattern of maintenance. The tester found no faults in the latest inspection, suggesting that previous issues regarding tyre condition and wear were addressed effectively. The mileage accumulation is notably low for an 8-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,244 miles per year. The records show consistent, incremental growth from 10,739 miles in March 2021 to 25,950 miles in April 2026. This low-use pattern suggests the car has spent significant periods stationary or has been used primarily for short local trips. While low mileage reduces drivetrain wear, it can sometimes lead to secondary issues like tyre perishing due to age rather than tread wear. The MOT history highlights a recurring pattern of tyre-related failures and advisories. In April 2023 at 16,684 miles, both front tyres were noted as being worn close to the legal limit. This was followed by a failure on 9 April 2024 at 19,807 miles due to an offside front tyre falling below the 1.6mm tread depth requirement and a nearside front tyre having a cut reaching the cords. An advisory for a perishing offside rear tyre appeared in the 5 April 2025 test at 22,767 miles. This history suggests the previous owner focused on reactive maintenance rather than proactive replacement. A prospective buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of all four tyres to check for sidewall cracking or perishing, which is common in low-mileage vehicles where rubber ages before the tread wears down. Although no structural corrosion or suspension component failures were flagged, the low annual mileage warrants a check of the battery health and brake discs for surface corrosion or pitting from infrequent use.