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X9 DHW

2017 Audi A5

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

69,387 mi
Last recorded69,387 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2017 Audi A548,661 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX9 DHW
MakeAudi
ModelA5
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 69,387 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn low. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 62,819 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 55,246 miles

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

Fail 8 May 2024 55,246 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm tread distorted and perished (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 10 May 2023 47,817 miles

Covers fitted preventing a full inspection.

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tread is distorted and perished. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Lower road spring mounting is split and corroded.

Pass 10 May 2022 42,240 miles
Fail 9 May 2022 42,240 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 5 May 2022 42,224 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 245/40r18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Mar 2021 34,791 miles

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

Fail 9 Mar 2021 34,791 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 18 Feb 2020 31,483 miles

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

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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X9 DHW is a 2017 Audi A5 in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 X9 DHW, 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 X9 DHW registered?

X9 DHW is a 2017 Audi A5, first registered on 15 March 2017.

Is X9 DHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for X9 DHW shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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