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LX17 SFZ

2017 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

126,100 mi
Last recorded126,100 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2017 Audi A345,382 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX17 SFZ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 126,100 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 118,151 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Feb 2025 118,128 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/40/R18 NANAKANG (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/R18 NANAKANG (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2024 102,547 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 82,061 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2022 67,744 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2021 52,202 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2021 52,202 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2020 39,084 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2020 39,084 miles

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

How Reliable is the Audi A3?

Based on 7,415,025 MOT tests across 593,922 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
7,083
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
593,922
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 173,142
Stop lamp not working 65,421
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 58,420
Registration plate lamp not working 52,417
coil spring broken 45,761
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LX17 SFZ is a 2017 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2017 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 45,382 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 A3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 173,142 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LX17 SFZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A3 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 9 years old, this Audi A3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LX17 SFZ registered?

LX17 SFZ is a 2017 Audi A3, first registered on 25 March 2017.

Is LX17 SFZ safe to buy?

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