Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2016 Audi A4 S Line TDI S A?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2016 Audi A4 S Line TDI S A?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2016 Audi A4 S Line TDI S A?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2016 Audi A4 S Line TDI S A reliable?

Based on MOT data from 504 vehicles, the 2016 Audi A4 S Line TDI S A has a first-time MOT pass rate of 92%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2016 Audi A4 S Line TDI S A?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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504 real MOT outcomes analysed • 92% first-time pass rate

2016 Audi A4 S Line TDI S A

CarHunch analysed 504 real MOT records for the 2016 Audi A4 S Line TDI S A. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2016 Audi A4 S Line TDI is a concern: its first-time MOT pass rate sits at just 61.4%, significantly below the UK average of 80%, which means roughly four in ten will fail their test. There are no dangerous defects recorded across this cohort, but the failure rate itself points to genuine reliability issues that buyers need to factor in.

At 83,569 miles on average, these cars are running fairly high for their age, which partly explains the struggles—yet the diesel engine still underperforms relative to typical mileage wear. With an average of 0.24 failures per vehicle, expect recurring issues on these models; before purchasing one, get a thorough pre-buy inspection from a diesel specialist and budget for near-term repair costs.

The 2016 Audi A4 S Line TDI S A passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (92% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

92%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.24

Over 2.8 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

82k

Middle half: 67k–98k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 92% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 504 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 504 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 0% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (100%)	503	92%	0.24

Colour Breakdown

Based on 885 Audi A4 S Line TDI S A vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 39%

345

Black 20.6%

182

White 16.8%

149

Blue 14.1%

125

Red 6.2%

Silver 3.3%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2016 Audi A4 S Line TDI S A vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

82,261

typical

67,368

low mileage

97,898

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Audi A4 S Line TDI S A vehicles fall between 67,368 and 97,898 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 67,368 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 67,368–97,898 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Audi A4 S Line TDI S As sit.

⚠ Over 132,162 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2016 Audi A4 S Line TDI S A — Still on the Road

Almost all 2016 Audi A4 S Line TDI S As are still on the road.

Strong survival — 245 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 100% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2020–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

2.8

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.24

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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