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ESZ 3128

2016 Audi A5

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

129,511 mi
Last recorded129,511 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 Audi A554,601 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationESZ 3128
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 129,511 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2024 115,662 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Dec 2024 115,662 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2023 94,558 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2022 68,959 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Road wheel fractured at bridge over valve (5.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 28 Mar 2022 68,958 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Road wheel fractured at bridge over valve (5.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 50,926 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 37,253 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Audi A5?

Based on 1,497,195 MOT tests across 148,987 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
7,148
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
148,987
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17,175
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 7,432
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 7,396
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ESZ 3128 is a 2016 Audi A5 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2016 Audi A5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 54,601 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 A5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 17,175 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ESZ 3128, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A5 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 10 years old, this Audi A5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ESZ 3128 registered?

ESZ 3128 is a 2016 Audi A5, first registered on 14 June 2016.

Is ESZ 3128 safe to buy?

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