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LO65 SMU

2016 Audi A1

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

115,405 mi
Last recorded115,405 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 Audi A141,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO65 SMU
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 115,405 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 104,854 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2024 104,849 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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2023 88,311 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread worn to 2.12 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Jul 2023 88,185 miles

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread worn to 2.12 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Dec 2021 71,327 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 61,381 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2021 61,381 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2020 53,074 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2018 44,446 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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LO65 SMU is a 2016 Audi A1 in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 LO65 SMU, 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 LO65 SMU registered?

LO65 SMU is a 2016 Audi A1, first registered on 2 January 2016.

Is LO65 SMU safe to buy?

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