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AF05 ZHX

2005 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

167,904 mi
Last recorded167,904 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 ZHX
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 167,904 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear underbody of vehicle has corrosion above rear coil springs n/s and o/s.

Fail 1 Jun 2026 167,904 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear underbody of vehicle has corrosion above rear coil springs n/s and o/s.

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2025 163,724 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 154,019 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 143,846 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2022 137,947 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Forward arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2021 121,226 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Jun 2021 121,220 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixings not compatible (5.2.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2019 113,873 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 109,552 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 16 Jan 2018 109,378 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jan 2017 99,820 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Jan 2016 90,615 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front arm (2.4.G.2)

both n/s/f and o/s/f upper arms bushes starting to crack/perish.

Fail 21 Jan 2016 90,615 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported centre clamp broken and exhaust loose (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front arm (2.4.G.2)

both n/s/f and o/s/f upper arms bushes starting to crack/perish.

Pass 19 Jan 2015 81,190 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 71,064 miles

Offside rear brake flexy hose is starting to corrode

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

Fail 13 Jan 2014 71,064 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside rear brake flexy hose is starting to corrode

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

Pass 8 Feb 2013 62,840 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 51,519 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 42,879 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 12 Feb 2010 39,270 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 34,047 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 25,835 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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 ZHX is a 2005 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 ZHX, 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 ZHX registered?

AF05 ZHX is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 12 March 2005.

Is AF05 ZHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 ZHX shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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