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BL65 SDU

2016 Audi A5

Grey Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

82,982 mi
Last recorded82,982 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi A554,601 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL65 SDU
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 82,982 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2025 73,420 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 62,797 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2023 48,871 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2023 48,871 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 265/30X20 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2022 38,663 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2021 31,941 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2021 31,941 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2020 27,705 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 18,867 miles

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

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

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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BL65 SDU is a 2016 Audi A5 in Grey with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BL65 SDU, 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 BL65 SDU registered?

BL65 SDU is a 2016 Audi A5, first registered on 29 February 2016.

Is BL65 SDU safe to buy?

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