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FP16 ZFA

2016 Audi A5

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

73,276 mi
Last recorded73,276 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi A554,601 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP16 ZFA
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 73,276 miles

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

Fail 20 Jul 2026 73,276 miles

Emissions unable to be completed Vehicle is on limp mode (8.2.2.2 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction Glow plug lights flashing on dash (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Dash-cam

Pass 15 Jul 2025 63,316 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2024 53,712 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 42,448 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 34,637 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2022 34,364 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2021 26,211 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2021 26,211 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 17,243 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 8,690 miles

Offside Front Tyre wall in poor condition.

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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FP16 ZFA is a 2016 Audi A5 in Blue 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 FP16 ZFA, 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

How do I check the history of FP16 ZFA?

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What year was FP16 ZFA registered?

FP16 ZFA is a 2016 Audi A5, first registered on 30 March 2016.

Is FP16 ZFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP16 ZFA shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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