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SW17 LXJ

2017 Audi A1

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

72,874 mi
Last recorded72,874 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2017 Audi A136,929 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW17 LXJ
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 72,874 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2026 72,872 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2025 64,009 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))

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

Zero emission levels recorded

Pass 24 Jun 2024 55,813 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2023 46,347 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2022 37,158 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2021 30,413 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 30,370 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2020 30,370 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 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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SW17 LXJ is a 2017 Audi A1 in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LXJ, 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 LXJ?

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What year was SW17 LXJ registered?

SW17 LXJ is a 2017 Audi A1, first registered on 22 June 2017.

Is SW17 LXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW17 LXJ shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SW17 LXJ have outstanding finance?

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