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L88 FNG

2016 Audi A5

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

90,170 mi
Last recorded90,170 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Audi A554,601 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL88 FNG
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 90,170 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Mar 2025 141,402 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2025 141,400 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2024 85,087 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2023 136,441 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside & Offside Rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Dec 2023 136,313 miles

Emissions unable to be completed Rear Exhaust silencer missing (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside & Offside Rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2023 81,755 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2022 122,887 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 68,213 miles

Full underbody inspection NOT fully carried out due to under trays fitted

engine covers fitted obstructing some testable items

Pass 13 Dec 2021 117,770 miles

Full undertrays fitted obscuring components

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2021 53,415 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

all tyres wearing on inside tread

Pass 17 Nov 2020 110,877 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 38,238 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2020 38,238 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Jun 2019 88,566 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 30,484 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 64,381 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ON SHOULDER ()

Pass 22 Apr 2017 48,394 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front tyres scuffed on outer edges

Pass 22 Apr 2016 38,513 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2016 38,511 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Feb 2015 30,195 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 26,139 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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L88 FNG is a 2016 Audi A5 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 L88 FNG, 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.

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What year was L88 FNG registered?

L88 FNG is a 2016 Audi A5, first registered on 26 May 2016.

Is L88 FNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for L88 FNG shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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