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AJ16 VSP

2016 Audi A8

Black Petrol 3993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

62,088 mi
Last recorded62,088 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi A854,224 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ16 VSP
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 62,088 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 27 May 2025 55,851 miles
Fail 27 May 2025 55,835 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 29 May 2024 50,761 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 2 Jun 2023 46,517 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 8 Jun 2022 40,720 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 36,140 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 32,845 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 26,543 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A8?

Based on 262,460 MOT tests across 23,764 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
7,524
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
23,764
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,319
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,947
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,681
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,652
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,244
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AJ16 VSP is a 2016 Audi A8 in Black with a 3,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2016 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.1% with a typical mileage of 54,224 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 A8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,319 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AJ16 VSP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A8 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 10 years old, this Audi A8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AJ16 VSP registered?

AJ16 VSP is a 2016 Audi A8, first registered on 12 July 2016.

Is AJ16 VSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ16 VSP 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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