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DE16 BZM

2016 Audi A1

Red Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

70,579 mi
Last recorded70,579 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi A141,708 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE16 BZM
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2026 70,579 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2025 62,023 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2025 62,023 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre x2

tyre pressure light on

Pass 23 Aug 2024 53,762 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2024 53,762 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2023 49,981 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 42,030 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 37,385 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 8 Nov 2021 37,328 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 2154017 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working rear (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions both rear (5.2.3 (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid front (3.5 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

tpms light on

Pass 15 Jul 2020 27,714 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 22,073 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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DE16 BZM is a 2016 Audi A1 in Red with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 DE16 BZM, 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 DE16 BZM registered?

DE16 BZM is a 2016 Audi A1, first registered on 25 May 2016.

Is DE16 BZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE16 BZM shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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