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A5 VMC

2017 Audi A1

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

58,552 mi
Last recorded58,552 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2017 Audi A136,929 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 VMC
MakeAudi
ModelA1
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 58,552 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2025 55,962 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2024 49,990 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front tyre tread low

Fail 27 Feb 2024 49,989 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached rear bush detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached rear bush detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front tyre tread low

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Feb 2023 44,978 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 34,382 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2022 34,382 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 30,194 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2021 30,194 miles

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 23,937 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2020 23,937 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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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A5 VMC is a 2017 Audi A1 in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 A5 VMC, 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

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What year was A5 VMC registered?

A5 VMC is a 2017 Audi A1, first registered on 1 September 2017.

Is A5 VMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 VMC 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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