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BU16 ORN

2016 Audi A3 · Diesel · 1598cc

Red Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 10 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2016
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantDiesel post-2015 (Euro 6)
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2016 Audi A3 Diesel 1598cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 128,917 miles on the clock, averaging 13,266 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for clha and diesel particulate filter (dpf).

MOT & Mileage History for BU16 ORN

MOT Status
Due date passed
128,917
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2019
75%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 2 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
13,266

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading128,917 miles
Reading date
Miles last year13,550
Average per year13,266
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for BU16 ORN 62k79k96k112k129k '19'24'22

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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage128,917 miles
Since last MOT+13,550 miles
PASS
Mileage115,367 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage115,367 miles
Since last MOT+7,588 miles
PASS
Mileage107,779 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage107,779 miles
Since last MOT+13,953 miles
PASS
Mileage93,826 miles
Since last MOT+9,507 miles
PASS
Mileage84,319 miles
Since last MOT+22,206 miles
PASS
Mileage62,113 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Audi A3

These are the most commonly reported problems on Audi A3 models (2012–2020), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

CLHA

Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)

Clogs from poor fuel quality, short journeys, or failed regens, leading to backpressure.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU16 ORN
MakeAudi
ModelA3
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2016
First registered
Area codeBU — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier16 — March 2016 to August 2016

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About BU16 ORN

What car is BU16 ORN?

BU16 ORN is a red Audi A3, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2016.

What is the mileage of BU16 ORN?

The last recorded mileage for BU16 ORN was 128,917 miles, recorded on 29 Feb 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BU16 ORN passed its MOT?

BU16 ORN has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 29 Feb 2024.

Is BU16 ORN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU16 ORN is likely ULEZ compliant. Diesel post-2015 (Euro 6). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.

How old is BU16 ORN?

BU16 ORN is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.