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EA16 DFZ

2016 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

155,607 mi
Last recorded155,607 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi A461,139 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA16 DFZ
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 155,607 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2025 146,880 miles

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

Steering system slightly rough stiff to turn (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2024 131,223 miles

Rear brake discs corroded

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nsf and osr (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 15 Mar 2024 131,223 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear brake discs corroded

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nsf and osr (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2023 121,993 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre X2 ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view various stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 105,519 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 86,083 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 70,605 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2020 70,605 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2019 59,859 miles

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How Reliable is the Audi A4?

Based on 7,096,957 MOT tests across 571,801 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
7,591
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
571,801
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 231,238
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 97,478
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 97,376
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 84,223
Registration plate lamp not working 78,638
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EA16 DFZ is a 2016 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2016 Audi A4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 61,139 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 A4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 231,238 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EA16 DFZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A4 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 10 years old, this Audi A4 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was EA16 DFZ registered?

EA16 DFZ is a 2016 Audi A4, first registered on 30 March 2016.

Is EA16 DFZ safe to buy?

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