2017 Audi TT 1.8L Petrol · LS67 BYD

The 2017 Audi TT presents a clean bill of health at its most recent MOT on 15 September 2025, recording a straight pass with zero defects at 53,848 miles. This marks a clear improvement from the advisory noted in August 2023, where the nearside rear shock absorber was flagged for light oil misting. The absence of any repeat suspension defect in the subsequent two tests suggests that component either settled or, more likely, was replaced, indicating a responsive approach to maintenance. The overall trend is one of resolving minor faults rather than accumulating them. The mileage profile is notably low for a nine-year-old car, averaging roughly 5,983 miles per year. The record shows steady but gentle accumulation, jumping from 24,908 miles in September 2021 to 33,097 miles in September 2022, then climbing to 39,889 miles by August 2023, 46,680 miles by September 2024, and finally 53,848 miles in September 2025. There are no alarming gaps or sudden spikes in the odometer readings, and the annual increments remain consistent, pointing to regular but light use rather than prolonged standing. Low mileage can mask issues like dried seals or seized components from lack of use, so a buyer should not assume the car is mechanically loose simply because the odometer reads low. Prospective buyers should focus their physical inspection on the rear braking system and suspension. In September 2022, the tester flagged rear brake pads wearing thin at 33,097 miles, and while no further brake defects have appeared since, the relatively low mileage means the current set could still be the originals or a replacement set now several years old. Check the condition of the rear brake discs for lipping and scoring, and verify that the rear calipers are not binding, a common issue on low-mileage performance cars. The 2023 advisory regarding the nearside rear shock absorber warrants a close look at both rear dampers for fresh oil misting, corrosion on the piston rods, and perished top mount bushes. Inspect the subframes and inner wing arches for surface corrosion, as even low-mileage Audis of this era can suffer from inadequate under-body protection if not garaged. Finally, confirm the tyre date codes; low annual mileage often means tyres age out before they wear out, and perished sidewalls are a real risk on cars that cover fewer than 6,000 miles a year.