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GC16 EKL

2016 Audi A1

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

70,177 mi
Last recorded70,177 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi A141,708 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGC16 EKL
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 70,177 miles

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

Rear Exhaust heat shield insecure

Fail 29 Jun 2026 70,176 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 20 Jun 2025 56,799 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 50,658 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2023 43,719 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2023 43,678 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2023 43,678 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 39,283 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

engine cover, undertray and floor covers fitted

Pass 6 Aug 2021 35,016 miles

Engine cover, under tray and floor covers fitted

Pass 7 Aug 2020 29,223 miles

Central Front under tray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 27 Aug 2019 23,364 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A1?

Based on 2,089,456 MOT tests across 240,261 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
5,974
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
240,261
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,639
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GC16 EKL is a 2016 Audi A1 in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2016 Audi A1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 41,708 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 A1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,639 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GC16 EKL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A1 typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 10 years old, this Audi A1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GC16 EKL registered?

GC16 EKL is a 2016 Audi A1, first registered on 29 July 2016.

Is GC16 EKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GC16 EKL shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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