2016 Audi A3 1.4L Petrol · YY16 ABK
2016 Audi A3 (1.4L, petrol). First registered 04 Mar 2016. Recorded mileage 31,339 miles. MOT valid until 03 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- AUDI A3
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Beverley / Hull
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 31,339 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YY16 ABK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/02/2026
- 31,339 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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YY16 ABK Mileage History
- 23/02/202226,516 mi
- 07/02/202327,926 mi+1,410 mi
- 22/02/202429,043 mi+1,117 mi
- 27/02/202530,458 mi+1,415 mi
- 24/02/202631,339 mi+881 mi
Average of roughly 1,205 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
YY16 ABK MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Audi A3 (YY16 ABK) between February 2022 and February 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
Highly recommended. This is an exceptionally well-maintained example of a 2016 Audi A3 with an exemplary MOT record and remarkably low mileage.
Given the very low annual mileage (averaging roughly 3,000 miles per year), your primary focus should be on the service history. Ensure the oil has been changed at regular intervals regardless of the low mileage to prevent engine sludge and maintain the health of the 1.4L petrol engine.
Negotiation leverage is limited here as the vehicle's condition is superior to the market average. However, check for any signs of 'low-mileage syndrome', such as perished tyres or a battery that has struggled due to long periods of inactivity.
The 1395cc petrol engine offers a balanced blend of efficiency and performance, typically falling into a moderate VED tax band for 2016 models. Insurance costs for the A3 are generally competitive for its class, though this varies by driver profile.
Maintenance costs should remain low given the vehicle's history, although you should budget for a major service if one is not evidenced in the book, as rubber components and fluids degrade over time regardless of miles driven.
While the MOT history shows no defects recorded from 2022 to 2026, you should still perform a physical inspection of the brake discs for surface corrosion, which is common in cars that do not cover many miles.
Inspect the brown paintwork for any age-related fading or stone chips. Check the interior upholstery and switchgear; with only 31,339 miles, the cabin should be in near-mint condition, and any significant wear would be a red flag regarding the vehicle's history.
This brown Audi A3 (YY16ABK) stands out due to its incredibly low usage, recording only 31,339 miles over ten years. The MOT history is flawless, with five consecutive passes and zero defects recorded since 2022. It represents a rare find in terms of condition and usage for a vehicle of this age.
The Audi A3 is generally regarded as a robust premium hatchback, though specific aggregate data for this exact variant was not provided for this analysis.
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