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KV16 YMC

2016 Audi A1

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

125,289 mi
Last recorded125,289 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi A141,708 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV16 YMC
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 125,289 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 16 Jul 2026 125,289 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Jul 2025 122,085 miles

Offside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Jul 2025 122,084 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 114,163 miles

Nearside Front NSF washer in-op but washers still provide enough fluid to windscreen

Fail 25 Jun 2024 114,030 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front NSF washer in-op but washers still provide enough fluid to windscreen

Pass 6 Jul 2023 101,650 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 87,269 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 79,789 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 66,972 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 49,168 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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KV16 YMC is a 2016 Audi A1 in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KV16 YMC, 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 KV16 YMC registered?

KV16 YMC is a 2016 Audi A1, first registered on 7 July 2016.

Is KV16 YMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV16 YMC shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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