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R16 TPL

2013 Audi A7

Blue Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

123,960 mi
Last recorded123,960 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 Audi A773,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR16 TPL
MakeAudi
ModelA7
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 123,960 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2024 109,897 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2024 109,897 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front front discs incorrect size

Pass 19 Oct 2023 100,503 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Nov 2022 92,729 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm circa (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Fail 1 Nov 2022 92,729 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm circa (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2021 83,756 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 14 Oct 2020 75,349 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 11 Oct 2019 68,420 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 12 Oct 2018 56,001 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2018 55,927 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Pass 16 Oct 2017 47,170 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 3 Oct 2016 39,475 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2016 39,475 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Offside Front inner edge smooth & punctured in tread

How Reliable is the Audi A7?

Based on 171,917 MOT tests across 20,558 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
7,773
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
20,558
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,049
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 482
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 461
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R16 TPL is a 2013 Audi A7 in Blue with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2013 Audi A7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 73,164 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 A7 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,049 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R16 TPL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A7 typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 13 years old, this Audi A7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R16 TPL registered?

R16 TPL is a 2013 Audi A7, first registered on 27 September 2013.

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