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DE16 BXJ

2016 Audi A5

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

80,482 mi
Last recorded80,482 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi A554,601 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE16 BXJ
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 80,482 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 26 Jun 2026 80,481 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 255/35R19 Tyre close to limit + Cut marked (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35R19 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 4 Mar 2025 73,764 miles

Covers + Shields Fitted

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone Chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Mar 2025 73,764 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak Both Sides (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed 255/35/19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed 255/35/19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Covers + Shields Fitted

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone Chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2024 62,858 miles

Covers + Shields Fitted

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone Chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 2 Feb 2024 62,858 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Has Tear Showing Ply/Cords + Has Cut on Outer Edge Showing Damaged Ply/Cords, Both Marked with Yellow Chalk - 255/35/19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Covers + Shields Fitted

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone Chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Marked with Yellow Chalk - 255/35/19 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 2 Feb 2023 53,708 miles

Covers and Shields fitted

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

Pass 7 Feb 2022 46,375 miles

Covers & shield fitted

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

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2021 41,666 miles

Covers & Shields Fitted

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 1.6mm. Requires to Change ASAP (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 38,571 miles

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

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

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

covers & shields fitted

Pass 25 Mar 2019 29,540 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted

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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DE16 BXJ is a 2016 Audi A5 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 DE16 BXJ, 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 DE16 BXJ registered?

DE16 BXJ is a 2016 Audi A5, first registered on 19 April 2016.

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