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DC16 PHV

2016 Audi A5

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

111,520 mi
Last recorded111,520 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi A554,601 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC16 PHV
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 111,520 miles

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

Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 May 2025 105,649 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 May 2024 88,149 miles

Offside Front 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))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Apr 2023 68,079 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 60,020 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slightly out of shape on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slight damage to outer sidewall / slightly out of shape on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 26 Jul 2022 60,019 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))

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

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge bald / 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slightly out of shape on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge bald / 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slight damage to outer sidewall / slightly out of shape on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

brake pad wear indicator light on dash

wipers streaky but still clear

Pass 30 Jul 2021 48,181 miles

Nearside front tyre slight edge wear

Pass 31 Jul 2020 36,773 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 29,766 miles

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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DC16 PHV is a 2016 Audi A5 in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DC16 PHV, 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.

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What year was DC16 PHV registered?

DC16 PHV is a 2016 Audi A5, first registered on 29 July 2016.

Is DC16 PHV safe to buy?

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