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SM17 PMU

2017 Audi A1

White Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

54,714 mi
Last recorded54,714 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2017 Audi A136,929 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM17 PMU
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 54,714 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 52,457 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 50,367 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 4 Apr 2023 45,026 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Fail 4 Apr 2023 45,026 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 25 Nov 2021 35,855 miles

Nearside Front Aim at highest point - adjusted at same time as OS

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

Fail 25 Nov 2021 35,855 miles

Nearside Front Aim at highest point - adjusted at same time as OS

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 19 Nov 2021 35,855 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2021 29,700 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 21,323 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2020 21,322 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2020

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How Reliable is the Audi A1?

Based on 2,089,456 MOT tests across 240,261 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
5,974
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
240,261
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,639
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SM17 PMU is a 2017 Audi A1 in White with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2017 Audi A1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 36,929 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 A1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,639 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SM17 PMU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A1 typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 9 years old, this Audi A1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SM17 PMU registered?

SM17 PMU is a 2017 Audi A1, first registered on 28 July 2017.

Is SM17 PMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM17 PMU shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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