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KS17 XAJ

2017 Audi A5

Black Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

124,124 mi
Last recorded124,124 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 2017 Audi A548,661 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS17 XAJ
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2025 124,124 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 107,449 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Apr 2023 91,030 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 74,573 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 58,076 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 50,060 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2020 50,060 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 2 May 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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KS17 XAJ is a 2017 Audi A5 in Black with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KS17 XAJ, 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

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What year was KS17 XAJ registered?

KS17 XAJ is a 2017 Audi A5, first registered on 10 May 2017.

Is KS17 XAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS17 XAJ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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