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FV16 MEU

2016 Audi A3 · Diesel · 1598cc

Black Registered in Lincoln, Forest and Fens · 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 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 81,720 miles on the clock, averaging 5,325 miles per year, 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 FV16 MEU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
81,720
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2019
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
5,325

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading81,720 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,325
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FV16 MEU 44k54k63k72k82k '19'26'23

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage81,720 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,720 miles
Since last MOT+9,623 miles
PASS
Mileage72,097 miles
Since last MOT+5,357 miles
PASS
Mileage66,740 miles
Since last MOT+6,357 miles
PASS
Mileage60,383 miles
Since last MOT+6,525 miles
PASS
Mileage53,858 miles
Since last MOT+458 miles
PASS
Mileage53,400 miles
Since last MOT+1,769 miles
PASS
Mileage51,631 miles
Since last MOT+7,216 miles
PASS
Mileage44,415 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,415 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

RegistrationFV16 MEU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2016
First registered
Area codeFV — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier16 — March 2016 to August 2016

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About FV16 MEU

What car is FV16 MEU?

FV16 MEU is an black Audi A3, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2016.

What is the mileage of FV16 MEU?

The last recorded mileage for FV16 MEU was 81,720 miles, recorded on 1 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FV16 MEU passed its MOT?

FV16 MEU has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 1 Jun 2026.

Is FV16 MEU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV16 MEU 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 FV16 MEU?

FV16 MEU is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.