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YE61 FBN

2011 Audi A1

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

167,168 mi
Last recorded167,168 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 Audi A165,715 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE61 FBN
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 167,168 miles

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

o/s tie rod has movement

o/s/r handbrake lever not fully returning on caliper

Fail 1 Aug 2025 167,168 miles

Fuel system component leaking injector area (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

o/s tie rod has movement

o/s/r handbrake lever not fully returning on caliper

Pass 3 Aug 2024 151,508 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 137,923 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 5 Aug 2023 137,923 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Jan 2022 122,482 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2021 112,658 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2021 112,658 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2020 103,589 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 98,340 miles

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Nov 2017 90,328 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 81,440 miles

Rear exhaust back box slightly corroded

Pass 15 Sep 2015 70,499 miles

Bonnet covers fitted

Rear brake discs worn

Under trays fitted

Fail 15 Sep 2015 70,499 miles

Bonnet covers fitted

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear brake discs worn

Under trays fitted

Pass 14 Oct 2014 57,408 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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YE61 FBN is a 2011 Audi A1 in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 YE61 FBN, 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

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What year was YE61 FBN registered?

YE61 FBN is a 2011 Audi A1, first registered on 1 December 2011.

Is YE61 FBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE61 FBN shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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