Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
BU16 OSV

2016 Audi A3 · Diesel · 1968cc

Grey Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 10 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2016
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourGrey
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 1968cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 164,024 miles on the clock, averaging 12,881 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for dvsa/vosa recall data and audi a3 (8v) owner forums.

MOT & Mileage History for BU16 OSV

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
164,024
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2019
89%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
12,881

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 reading164,024 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,451
Average per year12,881
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BU16 OSV 73k96k119k141k164k '19'26'23

Check BU16 OSV

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage164,024 miles
Since last MOT+7,451 miles
PASS
Mileage156,573 miles
Since last MOT+9,585 miles
PASS
Mileage146,988 miles
Since last MOT+9,274 miles
PASS
Mileage137,714 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage137,714 miles
Since last MOT+9,398 miles
PASS
Mileage128,316 miles
Since last MOT+11,381 miles
PASS
Mileage116,935 miles
Since last MOT+13,972 miles
PASS
Mileage102,963 miles
Since last MOT+29,541 miles
PASS
Mileage73,422 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Audi A3 often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 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.

DVSA/VOSA recall data

Audi A3 (8V) owner forums

Read our Audi A3 Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Audi A3

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU16 OSV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2016
First registered
Area codeBU — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier16 — March 2016 to August 2016

More BU16 O plates

Browse all BU16 O registrations from Birmingham.

About BU16 OSV

What car is BU16 OSV?

BU16 OSV is a grey Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2016.

What is the mileage of BU16 OSV?

The last recorded mileage for BU16 OSV was 164,024 miles, recorded on 25 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BU16 OSV passed its MOT?

BU16 OSV has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 25 Feb 2026.

Is BU16 OSV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU16 OSV 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 OSV?

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