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LX16 VRP

2016 Audi A5

Blue Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

55,240 mi
Last recorded55,240 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi A554,601 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX16 VRP
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2026 55,240 miles

Engine covers fitted

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread De-laminating (0.1 (b))

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

Under trays fitted obscuring view of some components

Fail 29 Sep 2026 55,240 miles

Engine covers fitted

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread De-laminating (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Under trays fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 29 Sep 2025 45,442 miles

Engine covers fitted

Under trays fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 25 Sep 2024 35,952 miles

Engine covers fitted

Under trays fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 18 Oct 2023 27,452 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 20,552 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Oct 2022 20,552 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2021 18,512 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OSF & NSF Tyre's wearing inside edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyre's cracking & perishing. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has had a puncture repair on outer sidewall of tyre.

Fail 1 Mar 2021 18,512 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OSF & NSF Tyre's wearing inside edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyre's cracking & perishing. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has had a puncture repair on outer sidewall of tyre.

Pass 27 Feb 2020 12,317 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 9,681 miles

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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LX16 VRP is a 2016 Audi A5 in Blue with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 LX16 VRP, 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

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What year was LX16 VRP registered?

LX16 VRP is a 2016 Audi A5, first registered on 11 March 2016.

Is LX16 VRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX16 VRP 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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