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DF16 AMU

2016 Audi A1

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

65,805 mi
Last recorded65,805 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Audi A141,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF16 AMU
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 65,805 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 61,613 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 57,490 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2023 50,429 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine cover fitted. under trays fitted.

Pass 11 Jan 2022 42,510 miles

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

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

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

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

engine cover fitted. under trays fitted.

Fail 11 Jan 2022 42,510 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

engine cover fitted. under trays fitted.

Pass 30 Dec 2020 33,198 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rear brake discs corroding and scoring but not seriously weakened. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 24,662 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 AMU is a 2016 Audi A1 in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DF16 AMU, 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 AMU?

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What year was DF16 AMU registered?

DF16 AMU is a 2016 Audi A1, first registered on 6 July 2016.

Is DF16 AMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF16 AMU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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