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MT17 GXL

2017 Audi S3

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

55,597 mi
Last recorded55,597 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2017 Audi S345,591 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT17 GXL
MakeAudi
ModelS3
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 55,597 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 47,655 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2024 47,653 miles

Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Dec 2023 43,345 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

fuel cap seal cracking

Pass 15 Nov 2022 39,645 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))

Pass 27 Feb 2021 33,656 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 28,914 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin thinner on inside pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

How Reliable is the Audi S3?

Based on 81,317 MOT tests across 5,994 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
5,967
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
5,994
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,395
Headlamp aim too low 990
coil spring broken 786
position lamp(s) not working 714
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 661
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MT17 GXL is a 2017 Audi S3 in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2017 Audi S3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 45,591 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 S3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,395 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MT17 GXL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi S3 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 9 years old, this Audi S3 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MT17 GXL registered?

MT17 GXL is a 2017 Audi S3, first registered on 28 April 2017.

Is MT17 GXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT17 GXL shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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