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SB17 WJL

2017 Audi A5

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

64,238 mi
Last recorded64,238 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2017 Audi A548,661 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB17 WJL
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 64,238 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2025 55,767 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2025 55,766 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jun 2024 47,753 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened spring cup (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened spring cup (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2022 34,766 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s/f/ upper, rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened spring cup (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 31,692 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2021 31,692 miles

Headlamp aim too high both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 27,885 miles

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

Fail 15 Dec 2020 27,885 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed ***inner edge*** (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 Apr 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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SB17 WJL is a 2017 Audi A5 in Black 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 A5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 48,661 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 A5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 17,175 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SB17 WJL, 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 SB17 WJL registered?

SB17 WJL is a 2017 Audi A5, first registered on 21 April 2017.

Is SB17 WJL safe to buy?

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