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EG16 BYW

2016 Audi A1

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

136,841 mi
Last recorded136,841 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi A141,708 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG16 BYW
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 136,841 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2026 136,841 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2025 127,189 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2025 127,189 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Aug 2024 121,209 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 26 Aug 2024 121,206 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure and inner edges are worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 17 Jul 2023 113,324 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2022 107,586 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 9 Jul 2022 107,585 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Oct 2021 103,842 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 95,701 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 63,713 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 2mm 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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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EG16 BYW is a 2016 Audi A1 in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 EG16 BYW, 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 EG16 BYW registered?

EG16 BYW is a 2016 Audi A1, first registered on 31 July 2016.

Is EG16 BYW safe to buy?

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