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A21 PDY

2016 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

66,246 mi
Last recorded66,246 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 Audi A350,172 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA21 PDY
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 66,246 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Sep 2025 66,246 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2024 61,204 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 57,539 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2022 50,129 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Under-trays/covers fitted.

Pass 14 Oct 2021 44,162 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 37,575 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 29,757 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A3?

Based on 7,415,025 MOT tests across 593,922 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
7,083
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
593,922
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 173,142
Stop lamp not working 65,421
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 58,420
Registration plate lamp not working 52,417
coil spring broken 45,761
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A21 PDY is a 2016 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2016 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 50,172 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 A3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 173,142 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A21 PDY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A3 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 10 years old, this Audi A3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A21 PDY registered?

A21 PDY is a 2016 Audi A3, first registered on 26 October 2016.

Is A21 PDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A21 PDY shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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