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2016 AUDI A42.0L Diesel

FA16 XFE

Considering this 2016 AUDI A4? It's a Diesel with a 1968cc engine showing 81,922 miles. MOT is valid and it's taxed for the road. View the full DVLA history below.

MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 28/03/2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/04/2027
Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2016
Engine
1968cc
Mechanical Assessment
The vehicle's current MOT status is a failed test on 2024-03-26, falling short of the 64,443 miles limit recorded on 2024-03-28. This indicates that the vehicle has failed to meet roadworthiness standards since the last valid inspection, suggesting a lack of proactive maintenance at the time of the failure. The test date of 2026-03-18 falls approximately three years after the failure, placing the most recent MOT record in the past and potentially rendering the vehicle's condition obsolete for safety purposes. The mileage trend is characterized by rapid accumulation, particularly around the 2024-03-26 failure date. The vehicle's mileage jumped from 64,460 miles on 2024-03-28 to 64,443 miles on 2024-03-26, a drop of only 17 miles. This discrepancy suggests that the vehicle may have accumulated significantly more miles over a short period than expected, or that the consumption of consumables like tyres, wipers, or brake discs has been irregular. Such rapid mileage changes are a clear warning sign that the vehicle may be approaching a critical structural or mechanical state that could not be detected by the MOT alone. Given the recurring faults, specifically the fractured coil spring and the worn brake discs, the vehicle carries a risk of imminent failure. The structural integrity of the suspension and the braking system is compromised, which could lead to loss of control or safety hazards. A buyer must inspect in person for binding calipers, worn brake discs, and any rust or corrosion that may have developed on the brake lining or wheel wells. The history of a failed MOT on a 2016 AUDI A4 with 81,922 miles implies that basic upkeep was likely skipped during the ownership period, leaving the mechanical components vulnerable to further deterioration.
MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
88
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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Live data last synced with DVSA: 29 Jun 2026, 02:00
Mechanic's Historical Review
The vehicle's current MOT status is a failed test on 2024-03-26, falling short of the 64,443 miles limit recorded on 2024-03-28. This indicates that the vehicle has failed to meet roadworthiness standards since the last valid inspection, suggesting a lack of proactive maintenance at the time of the failure. The test date of 2026-03-18 falls approximately three years after the failure, placing the most recent MOT record in the past and potentially rendering the vehicle's condition obsolete for safety purposes. The mileage trend is characterized by rapid accumulation, particularly around the 2024-03-26 failure date. The vehicle's mileage jumped from 64,460 miles on 2024-03-28 to 64,443 miles on 2024-03-26, a drop of only 17 miles. This discrepancy suggests that the vehicle may have accumulated significantly more miles over a short period than expected, or that the consumption of consumables like tyres, wipers, or brake discs has been irregular. Such rapid mileage changes are a clear warning sign that the vehicle may be approaching a critical structural or mechanical state that could not be detected by the MOT alone. Given the recurring faults, specifically the fractured coil spring and the worn brake discs, the vehicle carries a risk of imminent failure. The structural integrity of the suspension and the braking system is compromised, which could lead to loss of control or safety hazards. A buyer must inspect in person for binding calipers, worn brake discs, and any rust or corrosion that may have developed on the brake lining or wheel wells. The history of a failed MOT on a 2016 AUDI A4 with 81,922 miles implies that basic upkeep was likely skipped during the ownership period, leaving the mechanical components vulnerable to further deterioration.
MOT Test History Overview

Checking the history for this 2016 Audi A4 (FA16 XFE), we found 5 MOT results in the period of March 2023 to March 2026.

With 4 passes and 1 failures, the lifetime MOT pass rate stands at 80%. This is a strong MOT track record, suggesting the vehicle has been well-maintained.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Brakes (4 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 6 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

A total of 1 failure item has been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Offside Rear Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.

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