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GL16 DYY

2016 Audi A1

Grey Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

61,263 mi
Last recorded61,263 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi A141,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL16 DYY
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 61,263 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2025 59,053 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2024 54,925 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 49,103 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 42,643 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 35,504 miles

both rear tyres out of shape on inner edge

Pass 15 Jul 2020 29,943 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Number plate starting to de laminate at top edges but still readable (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Wiper blade smearing screen (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Wiper blade smearing screen (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Both rear tyres unevenly worn on inner edges and out of shape

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Number plate de laminating but still readable (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 23,532 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2019 23,529 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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 DYY is a 2016 Audi A1 in Grey with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DYY, 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.

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What year was GL16 DYY registered?

GL16 DYY is a 2016 Audi A1, first registered on 29 April 2016.

Is GL16 DYY safe to buy?

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