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AE21 VCJ

2021 Audi A1

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

104,939 mi
Last recorded104,939 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2021 Audi A126,209 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE21 VCJ
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2021
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 104,939 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2026 104,939 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2MM (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 100,107 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Feb 2024 93,435 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

evap pipe split

tyre pressure light on

Fail 13 Feb 2024 93,435 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

evap pipe split

tyre pressure light on

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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AE21 VCJ is a 2021 Audi A1 in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2021 Audi A1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 26,209 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 AE21 VCJ, 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 5 years old, this Audi A1 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AE21 VCJ?

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What year was AE21 VCJ registered?

AE21 VCJ is a 2021 Audi A1, first registered on 1 March 2021.

Is AE21 VCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE21 VCJ shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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