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A3 SAU

2016 Audi A1

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,851 mi
Last recorded20,851 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 Audi A141,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 SAU
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 10 Sep 2025 20,851 miles

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 12 Sep 2024 17,581 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 15,308 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 13,330 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 10,840 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 9,443 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 6,959 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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A3 SAU is a 2016 Audi A1 in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 Audi A1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 41,708 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 A3 SAU, 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 10 years old, this Audi A1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A3 SAU?

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What year was A3 SAU registered?

A3 SAU is a 2016 Audi A1, first registered on 20 April 2016.

Is A3 SAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 SAU shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A3 SAU have outstanding finance?

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