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2021 Audi A1 1.0L Petrol · SH21 LML

SH21 LML

2021 Audi A1 (1.0L, petrol). First registered 05/05/2021. Recorded mileage 29,245 miles. MOT valid until 27/03/2027.

Make & Model
AUDI A1
Year / Origin
2021 · Glasgow
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 27/03/2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
29,245 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 27/03/2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2021
Engine
999cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle currently holds a clean roadworthiness status, having passed its most recent MOT on 5 March 2026 at 29,245 miles with no defects recorded. This indicates a stable maintenance trend compared to the previous year where several advisories were identified. The transition to a clean sheet suggests that the owner addressed the wear-related issues flagged during the prior inspection. The mileage pattern is consistently low for a five-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,850 miles per annum. The data shows steady usage, moving from 17,674 miles in March 2024 to 23,743 miles in March 2025, and reaching 29,245 miles by early 2026. This low mileage typically reduces mechanical strain on the drivetrain and engine, though it can sometimes lead to rubber-based components degrading through age rather than use. A buyer should pay close attention to the tyres, as the March 2025 test flagged multiple tyres for cracking and perishing, as well as the nearside front tyre being near the legal limit. While the 2026 test shows no issues, the history of perishing suggests the car may sit for long periods. A physical inspection of the sidewalls for dry rot is necessary to ensure the rubber compound has not become brittle despite the low mileage. Given there are no recorded structural corrosion or brake failures in the history, the focus should remain on consumables and age-related wear. Verify that the brake discs are not heavily pitted, as low-mileage vehicles often suffer from surface rust. The overall record reflects a well-kept vehicle that has responded well to maintenance advisories.

SH21 LML Key Findings

  • 3 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 05/03/2026
  • 29,245 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)

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

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
92
/ 100 · Excellent
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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SH21 LML Mileage History

  1. 28/03/202417,674 mi
  2. 13/03/202523,743 mi+6,069 mi
  3. 05/03/202629,245 mi+5,502 mi

Average of roughly 5,977 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.

SH21 LML MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 Sept 2026, 04:26
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2021 Audi A1 (SH21 LML) between March 2024 and March 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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ADVISORY