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57 DES

2017 Audi A4

Red Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,678 mi
Last recorded71,678 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2017 Audi A454,344 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration57 DES
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 24 Nov 2025 71,678 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2024 66,926 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2023 61,484 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 56,410 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 48,723 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 36,702 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A4?

Based on 7,096,957 MOT tests across 571,801 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
7,591
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
571,801
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 231,238
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 97,478
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 97,376
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 84,223
Registration plate lamp not working 78,638
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57 DES is a 2017 Audi A4 in Red with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2017 Audi A4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 54,344 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 231,238 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 57 DES, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A4 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 9 years old, this Audi A4 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 57 DES?

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What year was 57 DES registered?

57 DES is a 2017 Audi A4, first registered on 21 December 2017.

Is 57 DES safe to buy?

The MOT history for 57 DES shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 57 DES have outstanding finance?

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