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VK17 JYB

2017 Audi A5

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

71,101 mi
Last recorded71,101 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2017 Audi A548,661 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK17 JYB
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 71,101 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2025 67,917 miles

Slight cracking noise when turning, suspect steering rack

Pass 15 Jul 2024 57,760 miles

Engine bay/Battery cover fitted obstructing some component to be tested

Under trays/covers fitted obstructing some component to be tested

Pass 15 Jul 2023 49,397 miles

Engine bay/Battery cover fitted obstructing some component to be tested

Under trays/covers fitted obstructing some component to be tested

Pass 8 Jul 2022 39,203 miles

Engine bay/Battery cover fitted obstructing some component to be tested

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Has a slight cut on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Has a slight cut on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Under trays/covers fitted obstructing some component to be tested

Pass 30 Jul 2021 31,183 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2021 31,177 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn small tear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2020 24,636 miles
Pass 13 Apr 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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VK17 JYB is a 2017 Audi A5 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VK17 JYB, 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.

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What year was VK17 JYB registered?

VK17 JYB is a 2017 Audi A5, first registered on 22 April 2017.

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The MOT history for VK17 JYB shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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