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EF17 BHV

2017 Audi A3 · Diesel · 1598cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 9 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2017
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantDiesel post-2015 (Euro 6)
Est. Annual Tax£190

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2017 Audi A3 Diesel 1598cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 113,968 miles on the clock, averaging 6,570 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for clha and diesel particulate filter (dpf).

MOT & Mileage History for EF17 BHV

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
113,968
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2020
78%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 2 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
6,570

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading113,968 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,146
Average per year6,570
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EF17 BHV 74k84k94k104k114k '20'26'23

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage113,968 miles
Since last MOT+6,146 miles
PASS
Mileage107,822 miles
Since last MOT+6,612 miles
PASS
Mileage101,210 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage101,210 miles
Since last MOT+4,897 miles
PASS
Mileage96,313 miles
Since last MOT+8,266 miles
PASS
Mileage88,047 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,047 miles
Since last MOT+7,424 miles
PASS
Mileage80,623 miles
Since last MOT+6,174 miles
PASS
Mileage74,449 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Audi A3

These are the most commonly reported problems on Audi A3 models (2012–2020), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

CLHA

Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)

Clogs from poor fuel quality, short journeys, or failed regens, leading to backpressure.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF17 BHV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2017
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier17 — March 2017 to August 2017

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About EF17 BHV

What car is EF17 BHV?

EF17 BHV is an black Audi A3, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2017.

What is the mileage of EF17 BHV?

The last recorded mileage for EF17 BHV was 113,968 miles, recorded on 5 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF17 BHV passed its MOT?

EF17 BHV has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 5 Mar 2026.

Is EF17 BHV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF17 BHV is likely ULEZ compliant. Diesel post-2015 (Euro 6). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.

How old is EF17 BHV?

EF17 BHV is approximately 9 years old. Age identifier 17 means registered between 1 March 2017 and 31 August 2017.