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FY16 FKX

2016 Audi A5

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

95,106 mi
Last recorded95,106 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi A554,601 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY16 FKX
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 95,106 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2025 84,217 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2025 83,598 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2024 65,801 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 56,628 miles

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

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

Fail 25 May 2023 56,628 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2022 47,425 miles

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

under tray fitted

Pass 22 Apr 2021 33,962 miles

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test items from around rear view mirror

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone A small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm measured (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm measured (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Apr 2021 33,962 miles

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test items from around rear view mirror

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone A small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm measured (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm measured (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 28,236 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 21,024 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

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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FY16 FKX is a 2016 Audi A5 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FY16 FKX, 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.

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What year was FY16 FKX registered?

FY16 FKX is a 2016 Audi A5, first registered on 14 March 2016.

Is FY16 FKX safe to buy?

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