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DF16 AKO

2016 Audi A1

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

143,147 mi
Last recorded143,147 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi A141,708 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF16 AKO
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2026 143,147 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2024 133,104 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2024 132,275 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 117,923 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 94,591 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 54,154 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2020 54,154 miles

Service brake excessively fluctuating All (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 41,489 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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DF16 AKO is a 2016 Audi A1 in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DF16 AKO, 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

How do I check the history of DF16 AKO?

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What year was DF16 AKO registered?

DF16 AKO is a 2016 Audi A1, first registered on 1 July 2016.

Is DF16 AKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF16 AKO shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DF16 AKO have outstanding finance?

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