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HG16 VLM

2016 Audi A1

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

73,990 mi
Last recorded73,990 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Audi A141,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG16 VLM
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 73,990 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 12 Nov 2025 73,990 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2024 61,899 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 18 Dec 2023 51,608 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 41,697 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front inner faces both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge worn, outer wall cut no cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside & nearside front rearmost bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2021 33,092 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 27,646 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 26,776 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 22,375 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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HG16 VLM is a 2016 Audi A1 in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel 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 HG16 VLM, 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 HG16 VLM registered?

HG16 VLM is a 2016 Audi A1, first registered on 28 July 2016.

Is HG16 VLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG16 VLM shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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