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LS16 BVU

2016 Audi A5

Black Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

52,635 mi
Last recorded52,635 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Audi A554,601 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS16 BVU
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 52,635 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 45,459 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Oct 2024 45,459 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 13 Oct 2023 39,696 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 13 Oct 2023 39,696 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 34,518 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2022 34,510 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Oct 2021 31,298 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 27,382 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 17,500 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2019 17,468 miles

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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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LS16 BVU is a 2016 Audi A5 in Black with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 LS16 BVU, 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 LS16 BVU?

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What year was LS16 BVU registered?

LS16 BVU is a 2016 Audi A5, first registered on 29 April 2016.

Is LS16 BVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS16 BVU shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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