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NJ66 VGN

2016 Audi A1

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

94,490 mi
Last recorded94,490 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 Audi A141,708 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ66 VGN
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 94,490 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 81,065 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2024 81,065 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating X 2 (1.2.1 (e))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively X 2 (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X 2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X 2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 68,231 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 11 Aug 2023 68,231 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 6 Sep 2022 57,781 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 53,279 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2021 53,279 miles

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Dec 2020 46,906 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Nov 2019 41,977 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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NJ66 VGN is a 2016 Audi A1 in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 NJ66 VGN, 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 NJ66 VGN registered?

NJ66 VGN is a 2016 Audi A1, first registered on 8 December 2016.

Is NJ66 VGN safe to buy?

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