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SW17 BGX

2017 Audi A1

White Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

26,603 mi
Last recorded26,603 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2017 Audi A136,929 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW17 BGX
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 26,603 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2026 26,603 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Oct 2023 26,371 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 9 Oct 2023 26,371 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 20 Apr 2022 24,794 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear rubber bush starting to seperate (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Apr 2022 24,794 miles

Nearside Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm rear bush excess play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear rubber bush starting to seperate (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2021 21,381 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2021 21,380 miles

Offside Front Steering system excessively rough strut top bearing seized (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 13,437 miles

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))

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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SW17 BGX is a 2017 Audi A1 in White with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 SW17 BGX, 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

How do I check the history of SW17 BGX?

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What year was SW17 BGX registered?

SW17 BGX is a 2017 Audi A1, first registered on 31 March 2017.

Is SW17 BGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW17 BGX shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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