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EW16 HZU

2016 Audi A5

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

61,517 mi
Last recorded61,517 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi A554,601 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEW16 HZU
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 61,517 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 55,078 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 48,945 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2024 48,943 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 255/35r19 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 31 May 2023 40,742 miles

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

Fail 24 May 2023 40,732 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2022 37,102 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front FOG LIGHT TRIM MISSING

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 30,709 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2020 24,777 miles

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

Fail 7 Sep 2020 24,775 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Sep 2019 19,862 miles

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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EW16 HZU is a 2016 Audi A5 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 EW16 HZU, 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 EW16 HZU registered?

EW16 HZU is a 2016 Audi A5, first registered on 18 March 2016.

Is EW16 HZU safe to buy?

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