2016 Audi A1 1.6L Diesel · KX16 AED

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, as evidenced by a clean MOT pass on June 18 2026 at 107,020 miles. The maintenance trend shows a stable but reactive pattern where the owner has consistently addressed mechanical and safety defects identified during previous tests. While the history shows intermittent failures related to consumables, the most recent inspection recorded no defects, suggesting the vehicle is currently meeting minimum operational standards. The mileage accumulation is remarkably consistent for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,700 miles per annum. The record shows steady progression from 63,753 miles in 2019 to the current 107,020 miles in 2026, with no unexplained gaps or spikes in usage. This regular usage pattern suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of standing, which is generally beneficial for the condition of seals, rubber components, and fluid-related systems. A buyer should pay close attention to the tyre condition, as the record reveals a recurring history of neglect regarding rubber. Between 2020 and 2025, the tester repeatedly flagged issues including sidewall cuts, perishing, and wear reaching the legal limit. While the 2026 test was clean, a physical inspection of the current tyres for premature cracking or uneven wear is necessary, as the previous owner clearly tended to delay replacements until a failure occurred. The braking system also warrants scrutiny based on the September 2023 failure where thin rear brake pads and pitted, scored discs caused a fail. Since these were rectified to pass the subsequent test, the buyer should verify the remaining life on the rear components and ensure the calipers are not binding. Given the mileage and age, a physical check should also target suspension bushes and exhaust integrity for excessive corrosion, as these areas were not specifically highlighted in the recent history but are common points of wear at this interval.