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SM17 VYT

2017 Audi A6

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

89,680 mi
Last recorded89,680 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2026
Typical for 2017 Audi A656,735 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM17 VYT
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2026 89,680 miles

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

Fail 14 Sep 2026 89,676 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2025 78,294 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 70,879 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2024 70,235 miles

Offside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective Open/close function faulty (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 53,851 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 53,513 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Curve arm inner bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Straight arm inner bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2022 38,100 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 37,325 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Chunk out sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 30 Sep 2022 37,322 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Straight arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Chunk out sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2021 21,525 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 17,418 miles

both rear tyres slightly distorted

Fail 21 Dec 2020 17,418 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

both rear tyres slightly distorted

Pass 21 Jun 2020

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How Reliable is the Audi A6?

Based on 2,724,792 MOT tests across 249,374 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
8,511
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
249,374
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 72,312
constant velocity joint gaiter split 48,430
position lamp(s) not working 25,884
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 25,264
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 24,578
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SM17 VYT is a 2017 Audi A6 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2017 Audi A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 56,735 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 A6 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 72,312 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SM17 VYT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A6 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 9 years old, this Audi A6 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SM17 VYT?

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What year was SM17 VYT registered?

SM17 VYT is a 2017 Audi A6, first registered on 29 June 2017.

Is SM17 VYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM17 VYT shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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