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SW17 XLB

2017 Audi A4

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

72,633 mi
Last recorded72,633 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2026
Typical for 2017 Audi A454,344 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW17 XLB
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2026 72,633 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 67,300 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very bad on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 26 Mar 2024 59,648 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 55,201 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2023 55,196 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Jul 2022 46,924 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 38,018 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 31,244 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A4?

Based on 7,096,957 MOT tests across 571,801 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
7,591
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
571,801
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 231,238
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 97,478
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 97,376
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 84,223
Registration plate lamp not working 78,638
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SW17 XLB is a 2017 Audi A4 in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 Audi A4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 54,344 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 231,238 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SW17 XLB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A4 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 9 years old, this Audi A4 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SW17 XLB?

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What year was SW17 XLB registered?

SW17 XLB is a 2017 Audi A4, first registered on 28 March 2017.

Is SW17 XLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW17 XLB shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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