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RF16 FRV

2016 Audi A5

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

131,665 mi
Last recorded131,665 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Audi A554,601 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF16 FRV
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 15 Oct 2025 131,665 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2024 123,838 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 116,380 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 105,469 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2021 97,767 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 90,025 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 72,040 miles

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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RF16 FRV is a 2016 Audi A5 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 RF16 FRV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RF16 FRV?

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What year was RF16 FRV registered?

RF16 FRV is a 2016 Audi A5, first registered on 30 June 2016.

Is RF16 FRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF16 FRV shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RF16 FRV have outstanding finance?

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