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VA16 EAO

2016 Audi A5

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

93,161 mi
Last recorded93,161 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi A554,601 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA16 EAO
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 93,161 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))

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))

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

Pass 30 Jun 2025 86,176 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2025 86,169 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2024 78,081 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 69,598 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2022 60,647 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 53,963 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 51,288 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 24 Jun 2020 51,288 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 48,052 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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VA16 EAO 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 VA16 EAO, 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.

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What year was VA16 EAO registered?

VA16 EAO is a 2016 Audi A5, first registered on 14 July 2016.

Is VA16 EAO safe to buy?

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