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BA16 UTU

2016 Audi A1

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

78,214 mi
Last recorded78,214 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 Audi A141,708 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBA16 UTU
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 78,214 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2025 78,214 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2024 60,787 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2024 60,787 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2023 54,503 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 46,445 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 1 Sep 2022 46,445 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 34,514 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2020 30,457 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2019 23,933 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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BA16 UTU is a 2016 Audi A1 in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 BA16 UTU, 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

How do I check the history of BA16 UTU?

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What year was BA16 UTU registered?

BA16 UTU is a 2016 Audi A1, first registered on 31 August 2016.

Is BA16 UTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BA16 UTU shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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