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GY17 GVE

2017 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

126,947 mi
Last recorded126,947 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2017 Audi A656,735 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY17 GVE
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 126,947 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2026 126,947 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2025 117,293 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2025 117,293 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2024 108,598 miles

Front brake discs are becoming worn lipped but not seriously weakened

Fail 30 Jan 2024 108,598 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Multiple small cuts in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Multiple small cuts in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front brake discs are becoming worn lipped but not seriously weakened

Pass 31 Jan 2023 94,652 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 72,793 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2021 55,601 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Apr 2021 55,374 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2020 44,551 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2020

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How Reliable is the Audi A6?

Based on 2,724,792 MOT tests across 249,374 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
8,511
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
249,374
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 72,312
constant velocity joint gaiter split 48,430
position lamp(s) not working 25,884
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 25,264
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 24,578
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GY17 GVE is a 2017 Audi A6 in Grey 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 A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 56,735 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 A6 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 72,312 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GY17 GVE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A6 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 9 years old, this Audi A6 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GY17 GVE registered?

GY17 GVE is a 2017 Audi A6, first registered on 5 April 2017.

Is GY17 GVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY17 GVE 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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