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VE17 RCU

2017 Audi A5

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2025
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

190,288 mi
Last recorded190,288 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2024
Typical for 2017 Audi A548,661 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE17 RCU
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2024 190,288 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 180,399 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2023 180,393 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2021 158,640 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 126,033 miles
Pass 22 May 2020

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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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VE17 RCU is a 2017 Audi A5 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VE17 RCU, 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

How do I check the history of VE17 RCU?

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What year was VE17 RCU registered?

VE17 RCU is a 2017 Audi A5, first registered on 30 May 2017.

Is VE17 RCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE17 RCU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VE17 RCU have outstanding finance?

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