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X28 MGW

2016 Audi A5

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

51,135 mi
Last recorded51,135 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi A554,601 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX28 MGW
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 51,135 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2025 49,283 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2025 49,280 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 27 May 2025 70,479 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 42,797 miles

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

Fail 23 Oct 2024 42,797 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 10 May 2024 64,842 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 36,657 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 59,289 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 29,800 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 54,713 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 20,861 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 20,802 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 47,773 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 20,003 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 35,062 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 18,023 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2019 18,023 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut to tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut to tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Aug 2019 32,890 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 29 Aug 2018 25,746 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged all tyres have slight sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (i))

covers fitted obscuring testable items

Pass 26 Jul 2017 18,342 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 15,492 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 10,771 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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X28 MGW is a 2016 Audi A5 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 X28 MGW, 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 X28 MGW registered?

X28 MGW is a 2016 Audi A5, first registered on 16 September 2016.

Is X28 MGW safe to buy?

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