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RX16 RSY

2016 Audi A5

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

125,758 mi
Last recorded125,758 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi A554,601 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX16 RSY
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 125,758 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge rear tyres worn low (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Apr 2026 125,758 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge rear tyres worn low (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Mar 2025 112,862 miles

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil front and n/s/r shocks slightly damp (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged n/s/r tyre outer wall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 24 Mar 2025 112,862 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil front and n/s/r shocks slightly damp (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged n/s/r tyre outer wall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge front tyres worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

under trays loose / bolts missing

Pass 5 Apr 2024 102,102 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2024 102,102 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/40 R18 97W (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 Apr 2023 91,186 miles

Engine covers & under trays fitted covering some components

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2023 89,174 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2022 77,203 miles

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))

Fail 4 Mar 2022 77,203 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (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))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 64,097 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 55,596 miles

Engine covers & under trays fitted covering some components

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

Pass 12 Mar 2019 39,371 miles

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

engine covers & under trays fitted covering some componets from checking

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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RX16 RSY is a 2016 Audi A5 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RX16 RSY, 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.

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What year was RX16 RSY registered?

RX16 RSY is a 2016 Audi A5, first registered on 18 March 2016.

Is RX16 RSY safe to buy?

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