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2017 Audi A3 2.5L Petrol · F3 KAR

F3 KAR

2017 Audi A3 (2.5L, petrol). First registered 15/09/2017. Recorded mileage 45,825 miles. MOT status: Expired.

MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 14/04/2026
Tax Status
Unknown
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2017
Engine
2480cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness with a stable maintenance trend over the last three years. The most recent inspection conducted on 14 April 2025 at 45,825 miles returned no defects or advisories. This follows a consistent period of clean passes in 2023 and 2024, indicating that the vehicle has maintained its operational integrity without recurring mechanical failures or structural degradation. The mileage profile is notably low for a nine-year-old Audi, averaging approximately 5,100 miles per annum. The data shows a steady usage pattern, with a 7,333 mile increase between April 2023 and April 2024, and another 1,727 miles between April 2024 and April 2025. The single failure on 15 February 2022 at 31,752 miles was immediately rectified to secure a pass the following day, suggesting a minor issue that was addressed promptly rather than a pattern of mechanical neglect. Given the clean history and low mileage, a buyer should focus attention on components affected by low-mileage use. Rubber-based parts such as suspension bushes, tyre sidewalls, and seals can perish or crack when a vehicle sits stationary for long periods despite low mileage. Inspect the brake discs for surface corrosion or pitting, as low-frequency braking often leads to oxidation on the rotors. The lack of structural advisories regarding rust or exhaust corrosion suggests the chassis remains sound, but a physical check of the undercarriage remains standard practice to confirm no hidden wear has developed.

F3 KAR Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 14/04/2025
  • 45,825 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
58
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
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F3 KAR Mileage History

  1. 15/02/202231,752 mi
  2. 16/02/202231,760 mi+8 mi
  3. 12/04/202336,765 mi+5,005 mi
  4. 15/04/202444,098 mi+7,333 mi
  5. 14/04/202545,825 mi+1,727 mi

Average of roughly 4,455 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

F3 KAR MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2017 Audi A3 (F3 KAR) between February 2022 and April 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 14 April 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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