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SM16 BFV

2016 Audi Q7

Blue Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

81,008 mi
Last recorded81,008 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 Audi Q758,789 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Audi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM16 BFV
MakeAudi
ModelQ7
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 81,008 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2024 65,136 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2024 65,136 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 24 Jan 2023 54,971 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 44,632 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 35,670 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge just 1,6mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2019 26,081 miles

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

How Reliable is the Audi Q7?

Based on 556,904 MOT tests across 56,360 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
7,889
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
56,360
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,208
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 2,166
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,137
Registration plate lamp not working 1,958
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SM16 BFV is a 2016 Audi Q7 in Blue with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2016 Audi Q7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 58,789 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 Q7 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,208 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SM16 BFV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi Q7 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 10 years old, this Audi Q7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SM16 BFV registered?

SM16 BFV is a 2016 Audi Q7, first registered on 9 May 2016.

Is SM16 BFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM16 BFV shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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