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SP16 JVZ

2016 Audi A5

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

86,247 mi
Last recorded86,247 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi A554,601 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP16 JVZ
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 86,247 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2025 76,389 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2024 65,592 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 53,516 miles

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

Fail 28 Feb 2023 53,516 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2022 43,879 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Hydro bush split/worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 15 Mar 2022 43,879 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Hydro bush split/worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 15 Mar 2021 34,521 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut on outer sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 30,688 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 24,846 miles

small chip in windscreen

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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SP16 JVZ is a 2016 Audi A5 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SP16 JVZ, 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

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What year was SP16 JVZ registered?

SP16 JVZ is a 2016 Audi A5, first registered on 4 March 2016.

Is SP16 JVZ safe to buy?

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