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SM16 FFL

2016 Audi A7

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

117,543 mi
Last recorded117,543 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 Audi A755,965 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM16 FFL
MakeAudi
ModelA7
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 117,543 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2025 117,542 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 18 Sep 2024 112,250 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2024 112,248 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2023 102,167 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2022 90,199 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 73,633 miles

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Nearside Front TYRE WEARING ON EDGE NEARING LEGAL LIMIT(3MM)

Nearside Rear TYRE WEARING CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT (3MM)

Pass 15 Jun 2020 52,877 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 47,320 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 15 May 2019 47,318 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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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SM16 FFL is a 2016 Audi A7 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2016 Audi A7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 55,965 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 SM16 FFL, 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 10 years old, this Audi A7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SM16 FFL registered?

SM16 FFL is a 2016 Audi A7, first registered on 25 May 2016.

Is SM16 FFL safe to buy?

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