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A21 ESM

2017 Audi A1

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

44,281 mi
Last recorded44,281 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2025
Typical for 2017 Audi A136,929 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA21 ESM
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2025 44,281 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 6 Nov 2025 38,645 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2025 41,895 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 27 Nov 2024 35,291 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2024 38,700 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Nov 2023 30,116 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking heavily on out edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2023 36,459 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 28,620 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2022 28,620 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2022 34,958 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2021 28,115 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2021 30,832 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 2 Oct 2020 27,268 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 27,565 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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A21 ESM is a 2017 Audi A1 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2017 Audi A1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 36,929 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 A21 ESM, 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 9 years old, this Audi A1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A21 ESM registered?

A21 ESM is a 2017 Audi A1, first registered on 3 October 2017.

Is A21 ESM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A21 ESM shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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