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JP53 SAM

2016 Audi A1

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

56,846 mi
Last recorded56,846 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi A141,708 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJP53 SAM
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 56,846 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH rear and both worn miss shaped. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2025 47,832 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective Near front just after flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner edge. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 22 Jul 2025 47,832 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust mounting defective Near front just after flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner edge. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Aug 2024 40,444 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2023 32,980 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 27,973 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 22,673 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cut on outer sidewall ( not deep enough to expose cords) (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported on rear axle (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords slightly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported on rear axle (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 19,325 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre has damage on outer side wall (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2019 13,973 miles

slightly cut on sidewall

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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JP53 SAM is a 2016 Audi A1 in Red 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 JP53 SAM, 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 JP53 SAM registered?

JP53 SAM is a 2016 Audi A1, first registered on 24 May 2016.

Is JP53 SAM safe to buy?

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