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WP16 VZX

2016 Audi A5

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

130,214 mi
Last recorded130,214 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi A554,601 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP16 VZX
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2026 130,214 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 21 Aug 2026 130,214 miles

Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Aug 2025 116,486 miles

Coolant leak drip of coolant from undertray and coolant level low.

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2024 99,963 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 82,243 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2022 73,496 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 71,262 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 56,649 miles

both front tyres close to limit

Pass 29 May 2019 38,390 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm with flatspots at inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 May 2019 38,390 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm with flatspots at inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

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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WP16 VZX is a 2016 Audi A5 in Black 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 WP16 VZX, 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 WP16 VZX registered?

WP16 VZX is a 2016 Audi A5, first registered on 16 June 2016.

Is WP16 VZX safe to buy?

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