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AB05 AAB

2005 Audi A4

Black Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2021
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

80,021 mi
Last recorded80,021 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB05 AAB
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2020 80,021 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2020 79,925 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 56,738 miles

Front brake pads worn but not thin

Rear brake pads worn but not thin

Pass 4 May 2018 52,709 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 May 2018 52,709 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 49,461 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2017 49,461 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front tyre worn on edges (puncture unrepairable)

eml on

Pass 8 Feb 2016 46,304 miles

Bulb warning light on.

Fail 8 Feb 2016 46,304 miles

Bulb warning light on.

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Feb 2015 45,059 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2015 45,059 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 44,418 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 42,217 miles

Inner Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2012 40,109 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 37,223 miles

rear number plate discoloured

rear tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 11 Aug 2010 33,009 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 27,633 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 54,359 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 25,226 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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AB05 AAB is a 2005 Audi A4 in Black with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2005 Audi A4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 97,860 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AB05 AAB, 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 21 years old, this Audi A4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AB05 AAB registered?

AB05 AAB is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is AB05 AAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB05 AAB shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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