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SH66 OAO

2016 Audi A5

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

52,157 mi
Last recorded52,157 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi A554,601 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH66 OAO
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 52,157 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 45,694 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 39,594 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 32,899 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 25,865 miles

Covers above and below engine restricting inspecting components Plastic trim covers on floor pans restricting inspecting vehicle structure.

Fail 4 Jul 2022 25,865 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative control rod broken (4.1.5 (a))

Covers above and below engine restricting inspecting components Plastic trim covers on floor pans restricting inspecting vehicle structure.

Pass 2 Jul 2021 19,182 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 (5.2.3 (e))

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

covers fitted to floor pans inspection restricted

engine under tray fitted inspection restricted of some components

Fail 2 Jul 2021 19,182 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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))

covers fitted to floor pans inspection restricted

engine under tray fitted inspection restricted of some components

Pass 3 Jul 2020 14,162 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

Fail 3 Jul 2020 14,162 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear 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 30 May 2019 9,162 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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SH66 OAO is a 2016 Audi A5 in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 SH66 OAO, 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 SH66 OAO?

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What year was SH66 OAO registered?

SH66 OAO is a 2016 Audi A5, first registered on 22 October 2016.

Is SH66 OAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH66 OAO shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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