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KV16 YEX

2016 Audi A5

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

86,102 mi
Last recorded86,102 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi A554,601 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV16 YEX
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 86,102 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 74,383 miles

Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Mar 2025 74,377 miles

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

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

Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

unable to check rear belts, rear of car full of tyres

Pass 22 Mar 2024 72,662 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All Tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Mar 2023 65,245 miles

engine and undercovers fitted thus not allowing full inspection

Fail 22 Mar 2023 65,245 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

engine and undercovers fitted thus not allowing full inspection

Pass 15 Mar 2022 55,582 miles

engine cover and under covers fitted thus not allowing full inspection

Pass 18 Mar 2021 47,725 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2021 47,720 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2020 41,354 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 30,141 miles

Dash panel message centre displaying messages in foreign language, but fault lights not displaying

Engine rev limiter prevents maximum throttle test for DPF checking / smoke discharge

Under body shields and sill covers fitted preventing proper inspection of testable items

Fail 20 Mar 2019 30,141 miles

Dash panel message centre displaying messages in foreign language, but fault lights not displaying

Engine rev limiter prevents maximum throttle test for DPF checking / smoke discharge

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Under body shields and sill covers fitted preventing proper inspection of testable items

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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KV16 YEX is a 2016 Audi A5 in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 KV16 YEX, 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 KV16 YEX registered?

KV16 YEX is a 2016 Audi A5, first registered on 1 April 2016.

Is KV16 YEX safe to buy?

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