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EX16 DLU

2016 Audi A3 · Diesel · 1598cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 10 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2016
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 54,618 miles on the clock, averaging 4,719 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for clha and diesel particulate filter (dpf).

MOT & Mileage History for EX16 DLU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
54,618
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2019
90%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
4,719

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading54,618 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,498
Average per year4,719
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EX16 DLU 20k29k37k46k55k '19'26'23

Check EX16 DLU

Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage54,618 miles
Since last MOT+5,498 miles
PASS
Mileage49,120 miles
Since last MOT+4,828 miles
PASS
Mileage44,292 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,292 miles
Since last MOT+4,768 miles
PASS
Mileage39,524 miles
Since last MOT+3,746 miles
PASS
Mileage35,778 miles
Since last MOT+3,926 miles
PASS
Mileage31,852 miles
Since last MOT+6,332 miles
PASS
Mileage25,520 miles
Since last MOT+4,504 miles
PASS
Mileage21,016 miles
Since last MOT+1,112 miles
PASS
Mileage19,904 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

RegistrationEX16 DLU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2016
First registered
Area codeEX — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier16 — March 2016 to August 2016

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About EX16 DLU

What car is EX16 DLU?

EX16 DLU is an black Audi A3, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2016.

What is the mileage of EX16 DLU?

The last recorded mileage for EX16 DLU was 54,618 miles, recorded on 7 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EX16 DLU passed its MOT?

EX16 DLU has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 7 Jul 2026.

Is EX16 DLU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX16 DLU 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 EX16 DLU?

EX16 DLU is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.