Audi A1 Citycarver 35 TFSI S-A (2020)
Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 136 MOT tests in 2024.
Annual Cost
£2,003
£167/month
MOT Pass Rate
88%
Good
Road Tax
£200
Standard rate/year
Est. Insurance
Grp 12-25
1498cc Petrol
Solid Option
88% pass rate, £2,003/year to run. 6 points above average.
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Annual Running Costs
~42 mpg
Standard rate (from April 2017)
Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).
Reliability Verdict
Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's 6 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data.
88% of MOT tests on Audi A1 Citycarver 35 TFSI S-As from 2020 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 4 years old. That's based on 136 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 22,270 miles.
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Mileage Analysis
22,270
Average miles
29,600
Expected for age
The average 2020 Audi A1 Citycarver 35 TFSI S-A had 22,270 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is below the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
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About the 2020 Audi A1 Citycarver 35 TFSI S-A
The 2020 Audi A1 Citycarver 35 TFSI S-A is a premium car. Our records list a 1498cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 136 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 17% of 2020 models for MOT pass rate.
With an average of 22,270 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Audi A1 Citycarver 35 TFSI S-A owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2020 Audi A1 Citycarver 35 TFSI S-A Fuel Costs
The 1498cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,398 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2020 Audi A1 Citycarver 35 TFSI S-A?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,003 (£167/month), broken down as £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 88% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.
Buying a Used 2020 Audi A1 Citycarver 35 TFSI S-A
At 6 years old, the Audi A1 Citycarver 35 TFSI S-A offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost.
Common Issues to Watch For
These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.
Service History
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Running Costs Compared
How the 2020 Audi A1 Citycarver 35 TFSI S-A stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.
| Car | Pass Rate | Fuel/yr | Tax/yr | Est. Ins. Group | Total/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audi A1 Citycarver 35 TFSI S-A(2020) | 88% | £1,398 | £200 | Grp 12-25 | £2,003 |
| Ford Fiesta(2018) | 90% | £1,175 | £200 | Grp 1-8 | £1,630-£373 |
| Volkswagen Golf(2019) | 92% | £1,398 | £200 | Grp 12-25 | £1,853-£150 |
| Vauxhall Corsa(2018) | 85% | £1,398 | £200 | Grp 8-20 | £2,003same |
| Nissan Qashqai(2018) | 87% | £1,175 | £200 | Grp 5-15 | £1,780-£223 |
Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.
Questions about the 2020 Audi A1 Citycarver 35 TFSI S-A
Is the 2020 Audi A1 Citycarver 35 TFSI S-A reliable?
Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. 88% of MOT tests on 2020 Audi A1 Citycarver 35 TFSI S-As ended in a pass, from 136 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 6 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.
How much does a 2020 Audi A1 Citycarver 35 TFSI S-A cost to run?
Our estimate is £2,003 a year (£167 a month): £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £350 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.
What is the MOT pass rate for a 2020 Audi A1 Citycarver 35 TFSI S-A?
88% of 136 MOT tests on the 2020 Audi A1 Citycarver 35 TFSI S-A ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 2135th of 2,554 models first registered in 2020 (bottom 17%).
What is the average mileage for a 2020 Audi A1 Citycarver 35 TFSI S-A?
The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2020 Audi A1 Citycarver 35 TFSI S-A is 22,270 miles, which is below the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
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