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AJ11 REA

2016 Audi A5

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

99,681 mi
Last recorded99,681 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Audi A554,601 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ11 REA
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 99,681 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2025 99,681 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2024 93,866 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 89,187 miles

Has CAM BELT been replaced?

Near side tyre pressures very low when presented for test. Topped up at time of test. Please monitor for pressure loss.

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 20 Nov 2023 89,187 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

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

Coolant level low

Has CAM BELT been replaced?

Near side tyre pressures very low when presented for test. Topped up at time of test. Please monitor for pressure loss.

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 81,651 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2021 73,276 miles

Cam belt history?

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

Off side rear tyre worn to 3mm

Pass 28 Aug 2020 65,206 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 52,746 miles

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

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

floor pan and engine covers fitted at time of test

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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AJ11 REA is a 2016 Audi A5 in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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

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 AJ11 REA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AJ11 REA registered?

AJ11 REA is a 2016 Audi A5, first registered on 31 March 2016.

Is AJ11 REA safe to buy?

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