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AU16 YMS

2016 Audi A1

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

50,998 mi
Last recorded50,998 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Audi A141,708 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU16 YMS
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 50,998 miles

Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction Phone holder, glass items. (3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Nov 2025 50,997 miles

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

Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction Phone holder, glass items. (3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 18 Dec 2024 47,483 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2023 40,513 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 33,831 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2021 28,820 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2020 26,080 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front + o/s/r (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 21,742 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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AU16 YMS is a 2016 Audi A1 in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AU16 YMS, 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 AU16 YMS registered?

AU16 YMS is a 2016 Audi A1, first registered on 15 March 2016.

Is AU16 YMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU16 YMS shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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