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NG16 DNU

2016 Audi A1

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2027
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

115,264 mi
Last recorded115,264 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi A141,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG16 DNU
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2026 115,264 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 18 Aug 2026 115,262 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Aug 2025 103,128 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 91,505 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2024 91,505 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2023 79,229 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2023 79,228 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2022 65,926 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2021 50,359 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2021 50,359 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 25 Sep 2020 44,170 miles

Rear 0 emissions no print out possible

Fail 25 Sep 2020 44,170 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Rear 0 emissions no print out possible

Pass 9 Jul 2019 29,771 miles

0 emissions no print out possible

Fail 8 Jul 2019 29,763 miles

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

0 emissions no print out possible

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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NG16 DNU is a 2016 Audi A1 in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 NG16 DNU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NG16 DNU registered?

NG16 DNU is a 2016 Audi A1, first registered on 12 July 2016.

Is NG16 DNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NG16 DNU shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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