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AF16 VHW

2016 Audi A1

Black Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Mar 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

87,174 mi
Last recorded87,174 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi A141,708 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF16 VHW
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 87,174 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Fail 6 Mar 2026 87,174 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Excessively Perished and Cuts In Tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2025 76,375 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Fail 7 Mar 2025 76,375 miles

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

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2024 69,235 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2023 64,078 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 57,752 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 50,488 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 46,218 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 41,123 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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AF16 VHW is a 2016 Audi A1 in Black with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AF16 VHW, 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

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What year was AF16 VHW registered?

AF16 VHW is a 2016 Audi A1, first registered on 29 March 2016.

Is AF16 VHW safe to buy?

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