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AO16 XPL

2016 Audi A1

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

101,121 mi
Last recorded101,121 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi A141,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO16 XPL
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 101,121 miles

tpms light on

Pass 3 Jun 2025 96,593 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 95,713 miles

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

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

Pass 25 May 2023 91,181 miles

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

Fail 18 May 2023 91,099 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

tpms lamp illuminated indicating that one or more tyre pressures are below the manufactures recommended setting

Pass 13 May 2022 87,450 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 87,367 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2021 87,367 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Oct 2020 72,953 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2019 48,782 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))

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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AO16 XPL is a 2016 Audi A1 in Black with a 1,598cc diesel 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 AO16 XPL, 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 AO16 XPL registered?

AO16 XPL is a 2016 Audi A1, first registered on 30 April 2016.

Is AO16 XPL safe to buy?

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