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A5 YRU

2016 Audi A5

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

108,285 mi
Last recorded108,285 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi A554,601 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 YRU
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 108,285 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder on pass seat ()

Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity both (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2025 102,564 miles

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2024 97,036 miles

all tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 23 Jan 2023 87,296 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2022 80,193 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2022 80,193 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Aug 2021 75,257 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 68,514 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 50,952 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A5?

Based on 1,497,195 MOT tests across 148,987 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
7,148
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
148,987
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17,175
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 7,432
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 7,396
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A5 YRU is a 2016 Audi A5 in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2016 Audi A5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 54,601 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 17,175 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A5 YRU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A5 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 10 years old, this Audi A5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A5 YRU registered?

A5 YRU is a 2016 Audi A5, first registered on 23 August 2016.

Is A5 YRU safe to buy?

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