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X18 GRU

2011 Audi A1

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

69,579 mi
Last recorded69,579 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Audi A165,715 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX18 GRU
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 69,579 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Fail 11 Feb 2026 69,579 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2025 57,245 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s corroded inner (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Dec 2023 49,234 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2022 42,905 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2021 35,781 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 29,084 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 24,454 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 16 Nov 2018 23,432 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2017 21,530 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 19,109 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 16,124 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 12,843 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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X18 GRU is a 2011 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 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 X18 GRU, 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 X18 GRU?

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What year was X18 GRU registered?

X18 GRU is a 2011 Audi A1, first registered on 28 November 2011.

Is X18 GRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for X18 GRU 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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