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SY16 VLO

2016 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Mar 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

153,876 mi
Last recorded153,876 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi A854,224 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY16 VLO
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 14 Mar 2026 153,876 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2025 145,843 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 134,932 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2023 128,524 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 121,575 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2021 116,171 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))

Pass 27 Mar 2020 80,927 miles

engine covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 25 Mar 2019 36,050 miles

Undertrays fitted obscuring some components

How Reliable is the Audi A8?

Based on 262,460 MOT tests across 23,764 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
7,524
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
23,764
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,319
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,947
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,681
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,652
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,244
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SY16 VLO is a 2016 Audi A8 in Blue with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.1% with a typical mileage of 54,224 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,319 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SY16 VLO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A8 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 10 years old, this Audi A8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SY16 VLO?

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What year was SY16 VLO registered?

SY16 VLO is a 2016 Audi A8, first registered on 31 March 2016.

Is SY16 VLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY16 VLO shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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