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WR16 SXL

2016 Audi A5

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

55,997 mi
Last recorded55,997 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Audi A554,601 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR16 SXL
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 55,997 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2024 48,350 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 41,736 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 34,377 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 3 Dec 2021 26,170 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 18,773 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 16,306 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2019 16,306 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 255/35-19 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (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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WR16 SXL is a 2016 Audi A5 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 WR16 SXL, 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

How do I check the history of WR16 SXL?

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What year was WR16 SXL registered?

WR16 SXL is a 2016 Audi A5, first registered on 25 April 2016.

Is WR16 SXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR16 SXL shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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