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AF16 XAJ

2016 Audi A4

Blue Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

68,072 mi
Last recorded68,072 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi A461,139 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF16 XAJ
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 68,072 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2026 68,066 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2025 65,541 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear 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 28 Mar 2024 58,584 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2024 58,582 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2023 52,946 miles

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

Fail 3 Apr 2023 52,946 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2022 48,024 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 41,678 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 39,718 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 26 Aug 2020 39,704 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2019 28,760 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine cover fitted

under tray fitted

How Reliable is the Audi A4?

Based on 7,096,957 MOT tests across 571,801 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
7,591
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
571,801
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 231,238
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 97,478
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 97,376
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 84,223
Registration plate lamp not working 78,638
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AF16 XAJ is a 2016 Audi A4 in Blue with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2016 Audi A4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 61,139 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 A4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 231,238 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF16 XAJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A4 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 10 years old, this Audi A4 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF16 XAJ registered?

AF16 XAJ is a 2016 Audi A4, first registered on 15 April 2016.

Is AF16 XAJ safe to buy?

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