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AY61 YFA

2011 Audi A1

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

123,827 mi
Last recorded123,827 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Audi A165,715 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY61 YFA
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 123,827 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2025 121,219 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2024 115,163 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 110,024 miles

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively BOTH (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 105,162 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Manufactures sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 30 Jun 2022 105,162 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Manufactures sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Jun 2021 94,218 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

plastic under trays fitted front to rear

Pass 2 Jul 2020 88,827 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection

Pass 30 Apr 2019 78,471 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 69,631 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2017 61,857 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 50,186 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2015 42,143 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 35,890 miles

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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AY61 YFA is a 2011 Audi A1 in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 AY61 YFA, 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

How do I check the history of AY61 YFA?

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What year was AY61 YFA registered?

AY61 YFA is a 2011 Audi A1, first registered on 16 September 2011.

Is AY61 YFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY61 YFA shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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