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DF05 SYD

2016 Audi A1

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

37,141 mi
Last recorded37,141 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi A141,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF05 SYD
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 37,141 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2025 57,808 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2025 34,562 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 55,274 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Sep 2024 55,274 miles

Registration plate inscription illegible both (0.1 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2024 31,134 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2024 31,134 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Sep 2023 50,947 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Fail 18 Sep 2023 50,946 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2023 27,452 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 6 Oct 2022 45,892 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 23,892 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2021 41,782 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 20,132 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 1 Oct 2020 39,982 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2020 17,787 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 37,933 miles

Bumper Slightly Damaged

Pass 2 Jul 2019 15,459 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 16 Oct 2018 35,662 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 26,245 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 24,874 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 20,709 miles

Nearside Front tyre inner side wall cracked (no cords exposed)

Offside Rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front tyre inner side wall cracked (no cords exposed)

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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DF05 SYD is a 2016 Audi A1 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 DF05 SYD, 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.

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What year was DF05 SYD registered?

DF05 SYD is a 2016 Audi A1, first registered on 18 July 2016.

Is DF05 SYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF05 SYD shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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