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2017 Audi A1 1.0L Petrol · VR53 AJS

VR53 AJS

2017 Audi A1 (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2017. Recorded mileage 74,913 miles. MOT valid until 08 Apr 2027. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.

Make & Model
AUDI A1
Year / Origin
2017 · Worcester
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 08 Apr 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
Recorded Mileage
74,913 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 08 Apr 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Apr 2027
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2017
Engine
999cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle remains in a roadworthy condition with a highly stable maintenance trend over the last three years. The most recent test conducted in March 2026 at 74,913 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, following a failure just four miles prior. This initial failure likely represented a minor administrative error or a trivial sensor-related issue that was rectified immediately, as the subsequent clean sheet indicates a proactive approach to maintaining safety-critical standards. The mileage pattern is consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,300 miles per annum. Between April 2023 at 48,160 miles and March 2026 at 74,913 miles, the car covered over 26,000 miles, showing steady and predictable usage. The annual gap of 8,000 miles between the 2024 and 2025 tests suggests regular operation which helps prevent the degradation of rubber components and seals associated with long periods of inactivity. Since the MOT history shows no recurring advisories for structural corrosion or mechanical wear components, a physical inspection should focus on standard consumable items for an Audi of this age. A buyer should verify the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs, as these are the first items to fail on this platform despite low mileage. Given the lack of recorded brake issues or thinning discs in the history, checking for uneven pad wear or sticking calipers will ensure the previous owner maintained the braking system as diligently as the digital record suggests.
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VR53 AJS Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 23/03/2026
  • 74,913 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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

VR53 AJS MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 22 Jun 2026, 16:27
MOT Analysis

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

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2017 Audi A1 (VR53 AJS) between April 2023 and March 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 23 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 1 advisory notice is 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.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner & outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d”.

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ADVISORY

VR53 AJS Mileage History

  1. 10/04/202348,160 mi
  2. 08/04/202456,527 mi+8,367 mi
  3. 31/03/202564,768 mi+8,241 mi
  4. 23/03/202674,909 mi+10,141 mi
  5. 23/03/202674,913 mi+4 mi

Average of roughly 9,061 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
78
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently
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