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AF16 XLE

2016 Audi A3

Grey Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

105,462 mi
Last recorded105,462 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi A350,172 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF16 XLE
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 12 Jan 2026 105,462 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2025 90,936 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2024 71,975 miles

Under trays fitted as standard obscuring some components

Pass 20 Jan 2023 55,365 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2022 37,801 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2021 24,911 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 13,136 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 10,873 miles

under tray fitted

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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AF16 XLE is a 2016 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AF16 XLE, 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

How do I check the history of AF16 XLE?

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What year was AF16 XLE registered?

AF16 XLE is a 2016 Audi A3, first registered on 26 March 2016.

Is AF16 XLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF16 XLE shows 8 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 AF16 XLE have outstanding finance?

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