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2016 Audi A3 2.0L Diesel · PL58 CLA

PL58 CLA

2016 Audi A3 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/01/2016. Recorded mileage 140,124 miles. MOT valid until 26/03/2027. Taxed until 01/09/2026.

Make & Model
AUDI A3
Year / Origin
2016 · Preston
MOT Status
Valid until 26/03/2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01/09/2026)
Recorded Mileage
140,124 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 26/03/2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/09/2026
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2016
Engine
1968cc
Mechanical Assessment

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

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT test in March 2026 with no recorded defects. The maintenance trend is exceptionally stable, as the car has achieved three consecutive clean passes without any failures orories. While a failure was noted in early 2023, the issue was rectified immediately, and the vehicle has maintained a consistent passing standard over the last three years. The mileage profile is consistently high for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 14,000 miles per year. Data shows a steady rate of accumulation, with the car covering between 7,000 and 8,000 miles between each annual inspection since 2023. This regularity suggests frequent use rather than periods of long-term storage, indicating that the vehicle has likely been used for regular long-distance commuting or consistent daily driving, which often results in more predictable wear on mechanical components. Given the high mileage and age, a prospective buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of high-wear areas that MOT tests overlook. Particular attention should be paid to the suspension assembly, including bushes, shocks, and mounts, as these often degrade significantly after 140,000 miles. Additionally, the buyer should check for oil leaks around the engine drivetrain and inspect the condition of the brake rotors and calipers to ensure the high-mile use has not led to excessive component thinning.

PL58 CLA Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 20/03/2026
  • 140,124 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (7 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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PL58 CLA Mileage History

  1. 23/03/2023117,747 mi
  2. 25/03/2023117,757 mi+10 mi
  3. 27/03/2024126,459 mi+8,702 mi
  4. 27/03/2025133,557 mi+7,098 mi
  5. 20/03/2026140,124 mi+6,567 mi

Average of roughly 7,477 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

PL58 CLA MOT History

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MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Audi A3 (PL58 CLA) between March 2023 and March 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 20 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (7 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 7 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))”; “Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.

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