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LX16 YEU

2016 Audi A1

Red Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

71,943 mi
Last recorded71,943 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi A141,708 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX16 YEU
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 13 May 2026 71,943 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Rear exhaust silencer becoming rusty

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2025 69,813 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2025 67,762 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2024 59,636 miles

Fuel cap seal split, not in sealing area.

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2023 51,094 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 3 Feb 2023 51,093 miles

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 28 Jan 2022 42,501 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 33,861 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2020 29,249 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 23,998 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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LX16 YEU is a 2016 Audi A1 in Red with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LX16 YEU, 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.

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What year was LX16 YEU registered?

LX16 YEU is a 2016 Audi A1, first registered on 30 June 2016.

Is LX16 YEU safe to buy?

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