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2016 Audi A5 3.0L Petrol · RF16 EPD

RF16 EPD

2016 Audi A5 (3.0L, petrol). First registered 01/06/2016. Recorded mileage 59,135 miles. MOT valid until 28/12/2026. Taxed until 01/08/2026.

Make & Model
AUDI A5
Year / Origin
2016 · Reading
MOT Status
Valid until 28/12/2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01/08/2026)
Recorded Mileage
59,135 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 3.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 28/12/2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/08/2026
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2016
Engine
2995cc
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 currently holds a valid MOT certificate dated 2026-06-17, confirming no immediate safety hazards at this time. The maintenance record demonstrates a stable trend of passing tests, with the most recent inspection occurring in late 2025 at 59,135 miles, indicating no recent deterioration in mechanical integrity. Regarding mileage accumulation, the vehicle has maintained relatively low annual mileage of approximately 5,900 miles over its 10-year lifespan, which is consistent with a vehicle that has likely been driven with moderate to light load. This pattern suggests that while the car has been used, the consumption of wear items such as tyres and suspension bushings has not accelerated to a dangerous degree. The gap between the 2025 and 2024 MOTs is minimal, showing that the vehicle has not experienced a sudden spike in wear rates that would indicate a rapid failure mode. A buyer should inspect the vehicle for signs of corrosion on suspension components and brake discs to ensure the mechanical integrity remains within acceptable parameters. Given the recent passing of the 2025 test, the condition of the brakes and suspension bushings should be checked to confirm they are not showing signs of rust or excessive wear that would have been flagged in the 2024 inspection. If the 2025 test passed with a clear lack of defects, the car remains roadworthy, provided the owner maintains regular lubrication and tire rotation to prevent future issues.

RF16 EPD Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 09/12/2025
  • 59,135 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (5 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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RF16 EPD Mileage History

  1. 09/12/202238,480 mi
  2. 12/12/202346,127 mi+7,647 mi
  3. 12/12/202346,133 mi+6 mi
  4. 04/12/202452,146 mi+6,013 mi
  5. 09/12/202559,135 mi+6,989 mi

Average of roughly 6,883 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

RF16 EPD 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 A5 (RF16 EPD) between December 2022 and December 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 09 December 2025 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: Tyres (5 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). 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: “Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.

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