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A16 VEF

2007 Audi A5

Grey Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

198,177 mi
Last recorded198,177 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Audi A594,951 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 VEF
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 198,177 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 Feb 2025 189,152 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2024 178,898 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 165,347 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 158,702 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2022 158,702 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 149,414 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2020 142,344 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 127,646 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 115,660 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 110,747 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 93,003 miles

all tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 23 Sep 2015 93,003 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

all tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 30 Jul 2014 78,805 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 63,472 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 17 Jun 2013 63,461 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 50,339 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 27,020 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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A16 VEF is a 2007 Audi A5 in Grey with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2007 Audi A5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 94,951 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 A16 VEF, 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 19 years old, this Audi A5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A16 VEF registered?

A16 VEF is a 2007 Audi A5, first registered on 30 November 2007.

Is A16 VEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A16 VEF shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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