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GL16 ACV

2016 Audi A1

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

75,542 mi
Last recorded75,542 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi A141,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL16 ACV
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 75,542 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 64,360 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2024 55,597 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 *HEAVILY WORN ON INNER EDGE* (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Feb 2024 55,597 miles

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

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

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

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 *HEAVILY WORN ON INNER EDGE* (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jan 2023 45,615 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2022 35,744 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 27,840 miles
Pass 11 May 2020 25,270 miles

Both rear tyres have slight stepped wear on inner edge

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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GL16 ACV is a 2016 Audi A1 in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GL16 ACV, 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

How do I check the history of GL16 ACV?

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What year was GL16 ACV registered?

GL16 ACV is a 2016 Audi A1, first registered on 30 June 2016.

Is GL16 ACV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL16 ACV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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