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2017 AUDI Q3 SPORT TDI2.0L Diesel

RL05 AUG

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2017 AUDI Q3 SPORT TDI — Diesel, 1968cc. This vehicle has 98,717 miles on record. MOT status: valid. Tax: not taxed. Review the complete history and specs.

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Expires 16/10/2026
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Fuel
Diesel
Year
2017
Engine
1968cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle is currently in a roadworthy state with a stable maintenance trend, having passed its most recent MOT on 17 October 2025 at 98,717 miles. This test was completed without any recorded defects or advisories. A previous failure on 28 September 2025 at 98,414 miles was resolved quickly, though the record lacks specific detail on the fault that caused the initial rejection. The mileage accumulation is consistent with the age of the vehicle, averaging roughly 11,000 miles per year. There was a significant increase in usage between September 2023 and September 2025, where the odometer rose from 70,711 to 98,414 miles. This indicates a period of heavier use over two years compared to the steadier growth seen between 2021 and 2023. The MOT history is exceptionally clean, with no recorded advisories for suspension bushes, brake discs, or structural corrosion across five years of testing. This suggests a high standard of preventative maintenance or a vehicle that has been spared harsh environments. The lack of recurring faults indicates the previous owner did not neglect basic mechanical upkeep. A buyer should still verify the condition of common wear items that do not always trigger MOT failures. Given the mileage is approaching 100,000, an in-person inspection should focus on the timing belt and water pump intervals, as well as the condition of the brake pads and tyre tread. Checking for any signs of oil leaks around the engine bay will confirm if the clean MOT record reflects the actual mechanical state of the drivetrain.

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/ 100 · Good
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Public MOT roadworthiness: Good.

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle is currently in a roadworthy state with a stable maintenance trend, having passed its most recent MOT on 17 October 2025 at 98,717 miles. This test was completed without any recorded defects or advisories. A previous failure on 28 September 2025 at 98,414 miles was resolved quickly, though the record lacks specific detail on the fault that caused the initial rejection. The mileage accumulation is consistent with the age of the vehicle, averaging roughly 11,000 miles per year. There was a significant increase in usage between September 2023 and September 2025, where the odometer rose from 70,711 to 98,414 miles. This indicates a period of heavier use over two years compared to the steadier growth seen between 2021 and 2023. The MOT history is exceptionally clean, with no recorded advisories for suspension bushes, brake discs, or structural corrosion across five years of testing. This suggests a high standard of preventative maintenance or a vehicle that has been spared harsh environments. The lack of recurring faults indicates the previous owner did not neglect basic mechanical upkeep. A buyer should still verify the condition of common wear items that do not always trigger MOT failures. Given the mileage is approaching 100,000, an in-person inspection should focus on the timing belt and water pump intervals, as well as the condition of the brake pads and tyre tread. Checking for any signs of oil leaks around the engine bay will confirm if the clean MOT record reflects the actual mechanical state of the drivetrain.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Checking the history for this 2017 Audi Q3 Sport Tdi (RL05 AUG), we found 5 MOT results in the period of September 2021 to October 2025.

Historically, this vehicle has passed 80% of its MOT tests, totaling 4 passes against 1 fails. This is a strong MOT track record, suggesting the vehicle has been well-maintained.

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