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2016 Audi A3 1.6L Diesel · PJ16 XVR

PJ16 XVR

2016 Audi A3 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 11/05/2016. Recorded mileage 94,153 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
AUDI A3
Year / Origin
2016 · Preston
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 11/05/2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
94,153 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 11/05/2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2016
Engine
1598cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

This Audi A3 presents a stable and exceptionally clean roadworthiness profile. The most recent MOT on 19 April 2025 at 94,153 miles resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes dating back to 2022, suggesting a vehicle that has been maintained to a high standard or has avoided the common age-related degradation typical of this model. The mileage accumulation is consistent with typical UK usage for a ten-year-old vehicle. The odometer showed 62,020 miles on 22 April 2022 and rose to 94,153 miles by April 2025. This represents an average annual increase of roughly 10,000 miles over the last three years, which is a steady usage pattern. There are no erratic jumps in mileage that would suggest periods of prolonged standing or sudden heavy commercial use. The absence of advisories across multiple years is rare for a vehicle of this age. The record shows no recurring issues with suspension bushes, brake disc corrosion, or exhaust emissions. Even the failure on 22 April 2022 was resolved on the same day, and the lack of specific defect data for that failure suggests it was a minor rectification. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components that the MOT test does not always exhaustively evaluate. Check the service history for evidence of cambelt and water pump replacement, as these are critical timed maintenance items for this engine. Inspect the condition of the tyre treads and brake pad thickness to ensure consumables are current, as the clean MOT record indicates the vehicle meets minimum legal limits but does not guarantee optimal performance.

PJ16 XVR Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 19/04/2025
  • 94,153 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
58
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
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PJ16 XVR Mileage History

  1. 22/04/202262,020 mi
  2. 22/04/202262,020 mi
  3. 20/04/202375,970 mi+13,950 mi
  4. 25/04/202489,234 mi+13,264 mi
  5. 19/04/202594,153 mi+4,919 mi

Average of roughly 10,738 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

PJ16 XVR MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 May 2026, 02:04
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Audi A3 (PJ16 XVR) between April 2022 and April 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 19 April 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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