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MA51 EXM

2016 Audi A1

Grey Diesel 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

98,879 mi
Last recorded98,879 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi A141,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA51 EXM
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 98,879 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Jun 2026 98,879 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2025 86,192 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 6 Jun 2025 86,192 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 235 55 19 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 235 55 19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm flat spot (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

coolant below minimum

Pass 25 Feb 2025 116,925 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2024 79,785 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm. 235/55/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm. 235/55/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Feb 2024 112,398 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2023 72,989 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 65,835 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 103,694 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2022 103,694 miles

Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2021 57,998 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Damaged inner tread and very cracked with also a nail puncture. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 2x fitted.

Pass 12 May 2021 97,208 miles

centre exhaust clamp corroded off

Pass 28 Jul 2020 82,398 miles

Nearside Front tyre damaged on sidewall

Offside Rear tyre damaged on sidewall

Rear exhaust outer casing corroded

Fail 28 Jul 2020 82,397 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre damaged on sidewall

Offside Rear tyre damaged on sidewall

Rear exhaust outer casing corroded

Pass 17 Jun 2020 49,045 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 61,098 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 41,070 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2019 41,070 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 27 Nov 2018 58,458 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated small hole leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2017 50,017 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 43,385 miles

both front brake discs pitted and worn on inner surfaces

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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MA51 EXM is a 2016 Audi A1 in Grey with a 1,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 MA51 EXM, 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 MA51 EXM registered?

MA51 EXM is a 2016 Audi A1, first registered on 19 May 2016.

Is MA51 EXM safe to buy?

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