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FP16 BYB

2016 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

58,327 mi
Last recorded58,327 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi A854,224 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP16 BYB
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 58,327 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Feb 2026 58,326 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 58,093 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both fronts (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Jan 2025 58,093 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both fronts (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Dec 2023 48,986 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 43,084 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 38,006 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2020 34,007 miles

Brake lining(s) wearing thin Rear inners worn close to wear indicators (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2019 24,795 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2019 21,592 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A8?

Based on 262,460 MOT tests across 23,764 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
7,524
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
23,764
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,319
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,947
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,681
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,652
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,244
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FP16 BYB is a 2016 Audi A8 in Blue with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2016 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.1% with a typical mileage of 54,224 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 A8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,319 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FP16 BYB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A8 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 10 years old, this Audi A8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FP16 BYB registered?

FP16 BYB is a 2016 Audi A8, first registered on 30 March 2016.

Is FP16 BYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP16 BYB shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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