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DY17 SSU

2017 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

90,201 mi
Last recorded90,201 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2017 Audi A454,344 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY17 SSU
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 90,201 miles

Offside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre pressure warning light on

Fail 1 Jul 2026 89,983 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall damaged to cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2025 76,482 miles
Fail 27 May 2025 76,475 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2024 70,829 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Nov 2024 70,829 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 57,299 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also cracked (Replace ASAP) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 48,711 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 40,066 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (Replace soon) (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 Nov 2021 40,064 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (Replace soon) (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

TPMS light is on

Pass 9 Nov 2020 34,175 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2020

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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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DY17 SSU is a 2017 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DY17 SSU, 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

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What year was DY17 SSU registered?

DY17 SSU is a 2017 Audi A4, first registered on 12 May 2017.

Is DY17 SSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY17 SSU shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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