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A23 FWL

2011 Audi A1

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

107,816 mi
Last recorded107,816 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Audi A165,715 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA23 FWL
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 107,816 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2026 107,716 miles

Emissions oxygen sensor obviously defective (8.2.2.1 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Apr 2025 101,356 miles

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Apr 2025 101,356 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2024 96,551 miles

Nearside Front Inner Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicle has miss fire.

Fail 16 Apr 2024 96,551 miles

Nearside Front Inner Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicle has miss fire.

Fail 29 Mar 2024 96,357 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat (4.1.5 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat (4.1.5 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicle has misfire.

Pass 6 Apr 2023 94,034 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2023 94,033 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre wearing low on inner edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 91,078 miles

Rear lamps tinted light output is good

Fail 1 Dec 2020 91,071 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear lamps tinted light output is good

Pass 30 May 2019 84,970 miles

o/s/f anti roll bar link rubber dust cover is split

rear lights tinted but still operating correctly and has reflectors in lower bumper

Fail 28 May 2019 84,970 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect no pattern (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front tyre..outer wall has areas scuffed

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

o/s/f anti roll bar link rubber dust cover is split

rear lights tinted but still operating correctly and has reflectors in lower bumper

Pass 3 Dec 2018 81,158 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2017 73,738 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Dec 2016 64,088 miles

Offside Front tyre has cut in sidewall but not deep enough to reach the cords

Pass 22 Dec 2015 48,465 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

drivers rear tyre sidewall splitting

Pass 8 Oct 2014 37,413 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 FWL is a 2011 Audi A1 in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

Across all 2011 Audi A1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 65,715 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 FWL, 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 15 years old, this Audi A1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A23 FWL registered?

A23 FWL is a 2011 Audi A1, first registered on 20 June 2011.

Is A23 FWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A23 FWL shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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