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C21 AYD

2012 Audi A1

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

103,001 mi
Last recorded103,001 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Audi A160,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC21 AYD
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 103,001 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Oct 2024 96,061 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2024 96,016 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 6 Oct 2023 95,039 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 93,571 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 72,647 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 71,740 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 59,867 miles

Front Inner 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 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 47,378 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 31,689 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 18,460 miles

age related cracks in all four road tyre treads

engine and underbelly covers fitted

Pass 26 Jan 2016 17,272 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 12,961 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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C21 AYD is a 2012 Audi A1 in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 Audi A1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 60,576 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 C21 AYD, 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 14 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 C21 AYD registered?

C21 AYD is a 2012 Audi A1, first registered on 25 January 2012.

Is C21 AYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for C21 AYD 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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