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NS53 NAT

2016 Audi A1

Grey Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

94,464 mi
Last recorded94,464 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 2016 Audi A141,708 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNS53 NAT
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 94,464 miles

rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 20 May 2025 94,464 miles

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

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 29 May 2024 88,237 miles

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 2 Jun 2023 81,407 miles

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

rear box exhaust corroded

Fail 2 Jun 2023 81,407 miles

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

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

rear box exhaust corroded

Pass 24 May 2022 73,304 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 24 May 2022 73,304 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Jun 2021 63,147 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2020 51,740 miles

Rear brake pads are getting low

Pass 3 May 2019 39,980 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

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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NS53 NAT is a 2016 Audi A1 in Grey with a 1,395cc petrol 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 NS53 NAT, 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 NS53 NAT registered?

NS53 NAT is a 2016 Audi A1, first registered on 20 April 2016.

Is NS53 NAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for NS53 NAT shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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