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KU16 UBR

2016 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

205,530 mi
Last recorded205,530 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Audi A854,224 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU16 UBR
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 205,530 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 30 Jan 2025 188,537 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 177,321 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2024 177,321 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2024 163,203 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 151,325 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 138,903 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 125,338 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 108,742 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Sep 2021 97,805 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 88,786 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 79,704 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 74,556 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 62,248 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 46,813 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 36,158 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2018 20,186 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 6,897 miles

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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KU16 UBR is a 2016 Audi A8 in Blue with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KU16 UBR, 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

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What year was KU16 UBR registered?

KU16 UBR is a 2016 Audi A8, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is KU16 UBR safe to buy?

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