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A23 DGC

2015 Audi A1

White Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

159,465 mi
Last recorded159,465 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2026
Typical for 2015 Audi A146,722 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA23 DGC
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2015
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2026 159,465 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2026 91,441 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2025 143,951 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2025 143,951 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jan 2025 79,675 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2024 127,944 miles

Chip on windscreen

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner edge has uneven wear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 24 Jan 2024 127,944 miles

Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Chip on windscreen

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner edge has uneven wear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 58,737 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2023 110,679 miles

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords nearside front - cut on the inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside front - worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Jan 2023 110,679 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure offside front (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords nearside front and offside front - cut on the inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside front - worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jul 2022 44,780 miles

tpms lamp on low air pressure

Pass 27 Jan 2022 99,729 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Aug 2021 37,499 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2020 82,916 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm remaining (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 31 Dec 2020 82,916 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm remaining (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 25,062 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 19,821 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 58,564 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

engine cover fitted

Pass 8 Aug 2018 14,937 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 41,050 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Small chips in windscreen

How Reliable is the Audi A1?

Based on 2,089,456 MOT tests across 240,261 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
5,974
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
240,261
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,639
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A23 DGC is a 2015 Audi A1 in White with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2015 Audi A1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 46,722 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Audi A1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,639 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A23 DGC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A1 typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 11 years old, this Audi A1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A23 DGC registered?

A23 DGC is a 2015 Audi A1, first registered on 29 June 2015.

Is A23 DGC safe to buy?

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