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DS66 LYC

2016 Audi A1

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

65,906 mi
Last recorded65,906 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 Audi A141,708 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS66 LYC
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 65,906 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Sep 2025 65,894 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2024 62,753 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2024 62,753 miles

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

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

Tyre Pressure Monitor Light On

Pass 27 Oct 2023 59,300 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 54,038 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 50,330 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2020 48,032 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight damage to sidewall (RIP) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 40,550 miles

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

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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DS66 LYC is a 2016 Audi A1 in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DS66 LYC, 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 DS66 LYC registered?

DS66 LYC is a 2016 Audi A1, first registered on 31 October 2016.

Is DS66 LYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS66 LYC shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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