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GC16 KXN

2016 Audi A5

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

152,396 mi
Last recorded152,396 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi A554,601 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGC16 KXN
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2026 152,396 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

under trays/covers fitted not all testable items visible

Pass 4 Sep 2025 146,963 miles

Front or rear under tray fitted some testable items not visible

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

Pass 6 Sep 2024 140,976 miles

Front or rear under tray fitted some testable items not visible

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

Pass 7 Sep 2023 133,424 miles

Front or rear under tray fitted some testable items not visible

Pass 14 Sep 2022 125,415 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2022 125,387 miles

Headlamp aim too high Both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Sep 2021 117,538 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Bad perishment in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 14 Sep 2021 117,530 miles

Headlamp aim too high Both (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Bad perishment in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 110,741 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2020 110,741 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 86,285 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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GC16 KXN is a 2016 Audi A5 in Black with a 1,798cc petrol 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 GC16 KXN, 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 GC16 KXN registered?

GC16 KXN is a 2016 Audi A5, first registered on 13 July 2016.

Is GC16 KXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GC16 KXN 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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