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A16 RDV

2016 Audi A7

Blue Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

55,553 mi
Last recorded55,553 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 Audi A755,965 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 RDV
MakeAudi
ModelA7
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 55,553 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2025 55,553 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative arm broken (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 3 Sep 2025 55,257 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2024 48,038 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 40,924 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 6 Sep 2022 33,518 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower curved arm bushes perished / cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres worn edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Steering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2021 28,114 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 15 Sep 2020 22,864 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 30 Sep 2019 16,932 miles

Steering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))

Fail 30 Sep 2019 16,932 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Steering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))

How Reliable is the Audi A7?

Based on 171,917 MOT tests across 20,558 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
7,773
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
20,558
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,049
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 482
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 461
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A16 RDV is a 2016 Audi A7 in Blue with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2016 Audi A7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 55,965 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 A7 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,049 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A16 RDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A7 typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 10 years old, this Audi A7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A16 RDV?

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What year was A16 RDV registered?

A16 RDV is a 2016 Audi A7, first registered on 30 September 2016.

Is A16 RDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A16 RDV shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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