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Y5 TSY

2018 Audi A1

Beige Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

58,267 mi
Last recorded58,267 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2018 Audi A132,460 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY5 TSY
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2018
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 58,267 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2025 56,918 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall is full of cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner and outer sidewalls are cut (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear headlamp level adjuster is seized at both joints

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner wheel rim is buckled (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall is cut (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear bumper is loose at wheelarch fixing point

Fail 21 Jul 2025 56,912 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall is full of cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner and outer sidewalls are cut (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear headlamp level adjuster is seized at both joints

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner wheel rim is buckled (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall is cut (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear bumper is loose at wheelarch fixing point

Pass 7 Aug 2024 52,844 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2024 52,836 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tyre outer sidewall is cut in several places (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 2 Aug 2024 52,833 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear bush separated at bonding (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear bush separated at bonding (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tyre outer sidewall is cut in several places (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 48,603 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 45,115 miles

n/s rear tyre worn uneven on inner edge

Pass 24 Feb 2022 37,052 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Several cuts / tears in sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Several cuts / tears in sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Fail 24 Feb 2022 37,048 miles

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

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Several cuts / tears in sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Several cuts / tears in sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2021 29,389 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2021 29,386 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Headlamp aim too high Both. (4.1.2 (a))

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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Y5 TSY is a 2018 Audi A1 in Beige with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2018 Audi A1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 32,460 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 Y5 TSY, 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 8 years old, this Audi A1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Y5 TSY registered?

Y5 TSY is a 2018 Audi A1, first registered on 5 March 2018.

Is Y5 TSY safe to buy?

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