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AF55 TJV

2005 Audi A4

Blue Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

248,068 mi
Last recorded248,068 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 TJV
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2019 248,068 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2019 248,068 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jan 2018 233,856 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 19 Jan 2018 233,856 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2016 211,347 miles

MANAGEMENT LIGHT ON

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Nov 2015 189,059 miles

Nearside Rear tyre on limit and has cut in tread

Offside Rear brake dragging

Offside Rear side light dim

Fail 29 Oct 2015 189,058 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear tyre on limit and has cut in tread

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear brake dragging

Offside Rear brake hose ageing

Offside Rear side light dim

Pass 30 Sep 2014 184,295 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2013 177,139 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 168,439 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine man light on

front tyres 3mm

Pass 12 Aug 2011 155,362 miles

Both front shock absorbers damp.

Offside rear brake disc rusty.

Fail 12 Aug 2011 155,362 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Both front shock absorbers damp.

Offside rear brake disc rusty.

Pass 15 Sep 2010 133,212 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2009 100,329 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 69,110 miles

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

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

rear anti roll bar cracked and corroded around bushes.

Fail 2 Oct 2008 69,110 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

rear anti roll bar cracked and corroded around bushes.

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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AF55 TJV is a 2005 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 AF55 TJV, 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 AF55 TJV registered?

AF55 TJV is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 13 October 2005.

Is AF55 TJV safe to buy?

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