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SM17 VZB

2017 Audi A1

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2026
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

114,805 mi
Last recorded114,805 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2025
Typical for 2017 Audi A136,929 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM17 VZB
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2025 114,805 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides n/s 2mm o/s 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Feb 2025 114,805 miles

Windscreen washer not working both sides (3.5 (a))

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides n/s 2mm o/s 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

tpms light on

Pass 5 Feb 2024 89,689 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2024 89,368 miles

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

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

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

Tpms light illuminated

Pass 13 Feb 2023 62,614 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2023 62,614 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2022 41,491 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2022 41,439 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2021 27,872 miles

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

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 19 Feb 2020 19,547 miles

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 VZB is a 2017 Audi A1 in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 VZB, 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 VZB registered?

SM17 VZB is a 2017 Audi A1, first registered on 30 June 2017.

Is SM17 VZB safe to buy?

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