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MC16 UPH

2016 Audi A5

Black Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

49,414 mi
Last recorded49,414 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi A554,601 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC16 UPH
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 49,414 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2025 47,806 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 45,859 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 255/35R19 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 22 Jul 2024 45,858 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 255/35R19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 255/35R19 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Al tyres worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Aug 2023 43,669 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2022 41,874 miles

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

Fail 20 Jul 2022 41,874 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 32,691 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 31,480 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 26,650 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2019 26,650 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm at lowest point (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm at lowest point (5.2.3 (e))

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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MC16 UPH 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 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 MC16 UPH, 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.

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What year was MC16 UPH registered?

MC16 UPH is a 2016 Audi A5, first registered on 19 July 2016.

Is MC16 UPH safe to buy?

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