2018 Audi A1 1.6L Diesel · SW67 NNP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive service pattern rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in March 2026 at 72,607 miles passed, it followed a failure just one month prior. The trend shows that mechanical faults are only addressed once they result in an MOT failure. The resolution of the fractured offside front coil spring and the pitted rear brake disc in early 2026 indicates these components were ignored until they reached a critical point of failure. The mileage accumulation is consistent with an eight-year-old road car, averaging approximately 9,000 miles per annum. There is a significant gap of over 12,000 miles between March 2024 and February 2025, followed by another rapid increase of 13,000 miles between February 2025 and February 2026. This surge in usage during the final year prior to the most recent failure likely explains the accelerated wear seen on rubber components and braking hardware noted in the records. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front suspension geometry. The record shows a recurring issue with the nearside front arm bushes and a ball joint failure in 2025. Even though these were reportedly repaired, the buyer should check for signs of premature bushing wear or play in the steering linkage. The repeated flagging of tyre sidewall cracking in 2025 suggests the vehicle may sat for long periods or used aged rubber, necessitating a check of the age of the current tyres regardless of remaining tread depth. The offside rear brake system was flagged as worn and pitted in both February and March 2026. While the tester allowed the car to pass despite the pitting, the buyer should verify that the disc was actually replaced rather than merely cleaned. Persistent corrosion on brake discs often indicates a sticking caliper or infrequent use of that corner, which can lead to uneven wear and reduced stopping performance over time.