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AF05 VFU

2005 Audi A4

Silver Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

168,971 mi
Last recorded168,971 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2020
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 VFU
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2020 168,971 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 May 2019 152,506 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2018 144,282 miles

all 4 front upper suspension arm bushes perished

n/s/f tyre close to legal limit

n/s/r brake disc binding

o/s/f tyre worn on the edges

rear brake hoses deteriorated

rear discs corroded

rear suspension bushes perished

Fail 20 Jan 2018 144,282 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

all 4 front upper suspension arm bushes perished

n/s/f tyre close to legal limit

n/s/r brake disc binding

o/s/f tyre worn on the edges

rear brake hoses deteriorated

rear discs corroded

rear suspension bushes perished

Pass 1 Dec 2016 137,117 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 130,634 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2015 130,634 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 121,845 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2013 112,969 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Oct 2012 100,533 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 90,187 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 80,150 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 70,301 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 64,908 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 60,678 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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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AF05 VFU is a 2005 Audi A4 in Silver with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AF05 VFU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF05 VFU registered?

AF05 VFU is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is AF05 VFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 VFU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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