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LX17 YFL

2017 Audi A3

Black Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

92,851 mi
Last recorded92,851 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2017 Audi A345,382 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX17 YFL
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 92,851 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

TPMS light on

Pass 6 Mar 2025 83,669 miles

Offside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 6 Mar 2025 83,666 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

TPMS light on

Pass 11 Mar 2024 74,015 miles

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

TPMS light on.

Pass 7 Mar 2023 62,660 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2022 46,321 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2021 34,144 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Under trays fitted.

Pass 6 Mar 2020 29,054 miles

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 YFL is a 2017 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YFL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LX17 YFL registered?

LX17 YFL is a 2017 Audi A3, first registered on 11 March 2017.

Is LX17 YFL safe to buy?

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