2012 Audi A1 1.4L Petrol · YB61 JCX

The vehicle's overall roadworthiness is currently rated unsafe and the maintenance trend is worsening , as evidenced by the most recent MOT failure on 15 September 2025. This immediately invalidates the 2025-09-15 test, which was a valid and successful inspection, and necessitates immediate action. The progression from a passing record on 16 September 2024 to a failed record on 12 September 2025 indicates that the vehicle has not been properly serviced in the last two years, a clear sign of neglect and risk. Regarding the mileage pattern, the data reveals a significant gap between the most recent test on 15 September 2025 and the previous passing test on 16 September 2024. This 13-month void in service at 101,041 miles suggests that the owner likely did not maintain the vehicle at the required frequency, as the gap between the 101,104 mile test and the 101,041 mile test is only 63 miles. This accumulation of wear and tear, compounded by the failure of the nearside headlamp and front position lamp, indicates that the vehicle is entering a state of mechanical instability. Given the structural defects identified in the MOT record, the buyer must inspect the vehicle for binding calipers, worn suspension bushes, and corrosion on the brake discs and exhaust components. The presence of nearside brake binding and offside brake binding, which are not excessively severe but indicate wear, confirms that the braking system is no longer reliable. While the tyres appear to be within legal limits, the failure of the headlamp and front position lamp suggests that the vehicle may have been driven for extended periods without proper lubrication or oil changes, leading to a high risk of sudden failure.