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HV16 SWK

2016 Audi A8

Grey Petrol 3993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

83,435 mi
Last recorded83,435 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi A854,224 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV16 SWK
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 83,435 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 74,126 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2025 74,126 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 5 Apr 2024 66,995 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 57,868 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 50,341 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 46,126 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 45,998 miles

covers fitted unable t check items

Pass 13 Jul 2020 42,765 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 17 May 2019 34,854 miles

covers fitted unable t check items

How Reliable is the Audi A8?

Based on 262,460 MOT tests across 23,764 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
7,524
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
23,764
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,319
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,947
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,681
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,652
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,244
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HV16 SWK is a 2016 Audi A8 in Grey with a 3,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2016 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.1% with a typical mileage of 54,224 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 A8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,319 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HV16 SWK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A8 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 10 years old, this Audi A8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HV16 SWK?

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What year was HV16 SWK registered?

HV16 SWK is a 2016 Audi A8, first registered on 16 May 2016.

Is HV16 SWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV16 SWK shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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