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DC16 URW

2016 Audi A1

Black Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

153,396 mi
Last recorded153,396 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 2016 Audi A141,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC16 URW
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 153,396 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

undertrays fitted

Pass 19 Jun 2024 128,272 miles

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

UNDERTRAY FITTED

UNDERTRAY FITTED

Pass 16 Jun 2023 111,597 miles

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

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

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

Under tray fitted

Pass 31 May 2022 95,318 miles

Undertray fitted

Fail 31 May 2022 95,318 miles

Offside Front Coil spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft bearing likely to break up (6.1.7 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front To rear damage area traped

Undertray fitted

Pass 10 Feb 2021 78,112 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm & Outer sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm & Outer sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 29 Jul 2019 47,755 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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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DC16 URW is a 2016 Audi A1 in Black with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DC16 URW, 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 DC16 URW registered?

DC16 URW is a 2016 Audi A1, first registered on 29 July 2016.

Is DC16 URW safe to buy?

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