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AK61 GAU

2011 Audi A1

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

130,811 mi
Last recorded130,811 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Audi A165,715 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK61 GAU
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 130,811 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2026 130,811 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2024 121,605 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Dec 2023 108,165 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 97,251 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 90,631 miles

exhaust clamp corroded.

Pass 12 Nov 2020 83,768 miles

Exhaust clamp corroded

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2019 78,530 miles

Offside Front Beam pattern flat

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2018 70,768 miles

engine x under covers fitted

Pass 14 Nov 2017 60,661 miles

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 14 Nov 2016 52,498 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 43,180 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 33,820 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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AK61 GAU is a 2011 Audi A1 in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AK61 GAU, 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 AK61 GAU registered?

AK61 GAU is a 2011 Audi A1, first registered on 5 December 2011.

Is AK61 GAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK61 GAU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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