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V26 BRU

2017 Audi A5

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

93,826 mi
Last recorded93,826 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2026
Typical for 2017 Audi A548,661 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV26 BRU
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2026 93,826 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2026 93,723 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2025 83,484 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2024 75,884 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2024 75,880 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2023 64,894 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 56,460 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 47,431 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 39,363 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A5?

Based on 1,497,195 MOT tests across 148,987 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
7,148
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
148,987
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17,175
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 7,432
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 7,396
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V26 BRU is a 2017 Audi A5 in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2017 Audi A5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 48,661 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 A5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 17,175 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V26 BRU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A5 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 9 years old, this Audi A5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V26 BRU registered?

V26 BRU is a 2017 Audi A5, first registered on 21 December 2017.

Is V26 BRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V26 BRU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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