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LG16 CXC

2016 Audi A5

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

22,721 mi
Last recorded22,721 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi A554,601 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG16 CXC
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 22,721 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Feb 2025 21,227 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Plate faded. (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Feb 2024 19,214 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 18,046 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 15,855 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 13,271 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 10,574 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear tyre outer sidewalls cut

Pass 20 Feb 2019 8,463 miles

outer sidewalls of all tyres cut

Fail 20 Feb 2019 8,463 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

outer sidewalls of all tyres cut

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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LG16 CXC is a 2016 Audi A5 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LG16 CXC, 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

How do I check the history of LG16 CXC?

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What year was LG16 CXC registered?

LG16 CXC is a 2016 Audi A5, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is LG16 CXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG16 CXC 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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