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SG17 XLF

2017 Audi A5

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

86,231 mi
Last recorded86,231 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2026
Typical for 2017 Audi A548,661 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG17 XLF
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2026 86,231 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm, inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened rear arm distorted (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm, inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2025 76,267 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened rear arm distorted (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm, inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2024 68,356 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted slight buckle (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm inner bush slight cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2023 55,441 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2023 55,427 miles

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

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 44,927 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 37,885 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened spring rubber mount corroded and weekend but spring is secure (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Unable to check function of belt and buckle due to child seat.

Offside Rear Nail to tread

Pass 28 Sep 2020 29,852 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 29,243 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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

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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SG17 XLF is a 2017 Audi A5 in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SG17 XLF, 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 SG17 XLF registered?

SG17 XLF is a 2017 Audi A5, first registered on 15 March 2017.

Is SG17 XLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG17 XLF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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