2016 Audi A1 1.0L Petrol · LS66 XAT

This 2016 Audi A1 presents a stable and largely unblemished roadworthiness record. The most recent MOT, conducted on 29 January 2025 at 18,343 miles, resulted in a pass, though the tester noted a minor advisory for slightly misshapen inner rear tyres. This single advisory, against a backdrop of four consecutive clean passes, indicates a vehicle that has been consistently maintained to a good standard, with no emerging or worsening mechanical or structural trends. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a vehicle of this age. Accumulating just 18,343 miles over a decade equates to roughly 1,834 miles per year. The record shows a notable gap between the October 2022 test at 8,564 miles and the September 2023 test at 9,167 miles, a mere 603-mile increase over eleven months. This suggests a period of very limited use or potential long-term storage. Such low annual mileage can preserve mechanical components but also raises questions about the condition of perishable items like rubber bushes, seals, and tyres due to age-related deterioration rather than wear. Prospective buyers should focus their physical inspection on components susceptible to age-related degradation, given the low usage pattern. The advisory regarding the inner rear tyres warrants close scrutiny; a thorough check of all four tyres, including sidewalls for cracking and date codes, is essential. A detailed underbody inspection is advised to assess the condition of suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers for perishing, as well as brake discs and calipers for surface corrosion that can occur from prolonged standing. The exhaust system should be examined for corrosion, particularly at joints and the silencer box. While the MOT history is reassuring, the vehicle's age and low mileage necessitate a careful evaluation of these static components to ensure they remain serviceable.