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B8 YLU

2013 Audi A1

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

76,302 mi
Last recorded76,302 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Audi A155,533 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB8 YLU
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 76,302 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 16 Feb 2026 76,302 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 18 Feb 2025 66,823 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge TYRE ON 2MM AND CRACKED AND PERISHED (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge TYRE ON 3MM AND CRACKED AND PERISHED (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin PADS REQ APROX 2-3,000 MILES (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 56,188 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Nearside Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Feb 2024 56,188 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Nearside Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2023 47,344 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing minor cracking between tread still serviceable (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing minor cracking between tread still service able (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 20 Feb 2023 47,344 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing minor cracking between tread still serviceable (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing minor cracking between tread still service able (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2022 46,262 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 44,445 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2020 43,943 miles
Fail 22 May 2020 43,943 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2019 41,382 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 7 Jun 2018 38,662 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 35,452 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 34,677 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 13 Feb 2017 34,677 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Feb 2016 26,840 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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B8 YLU is a 2013 Audi A1 in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2013 Audi A1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 55,533 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 B8 YLU, 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 13 years old, this Audi A1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B8 YLU registered?

B8 YLU is a 2013 Audi A1, first registered on 1 March 2013.

Is B8 YLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for B8 YLU shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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