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DF17 HZJ

2017 Audi A5

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

118,278 mi
Last recorded118,278 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2017 Audi A548,661 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF17 HZJ
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 118,278 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2025 117,931 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 96,985 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 75,971 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 51,722 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 43,527 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2021 43,526 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

oil service due

Pass 4 Dec 2020 36,439 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020

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How Reliable is the Audi A5?

Based on 1,497,195 MOT tests across 148,987 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
7,148
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
148,987
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17,175
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 7,432
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 7,396
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DF17 HZJ is a 2017 Audi A5 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2017 Audi A5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 48,661 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Audi A5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 17,175 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DF17 HZJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A5 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 9 years old, this Audi A5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DF17 HZJ?

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What year was DF17 HZJ registered?

DF17 HZJ is a 2017 Audi A5, first registered on 23 June 2017.

Is DF17 HZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF17 HZJ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DF17 HZJ have outstanding finance?

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