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AD16 HBC

2016 Audi A3

Grey Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

66,785 mi
Last recorded66,785 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi A350,172 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD16 HBC
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 66,785 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2025 56,024 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 48,638 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2mm, also perished (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jul 2024 48,638 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2mm, also perished (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords large cut in outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2023 42,306 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 30 May 2022 32,608 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2021 26,871 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 24,941 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 21,585 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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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AD16 HBC is a 2016 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AD16 HBC, 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 AD16 HBC registered?

AD16 HBC is a 2016 Audi A3, first registered on 29 July 2016.

Is AD16 HBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD16 HBC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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