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AK05 ULY

2005 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2018
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

169,865 mi
Last recorded169,865 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 ULY
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2017 169,865 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2016 158,586 miles
Fail 18 May 2016 158,586 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 149,342 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2015 149,342 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 27 Aug 2014 136,899 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Aug 2013 125,500 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 114,126 miles

rear discs slightly pitted

Fail 2 Feb 2012 111,398 miles

Offside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

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

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear disc pitted

Pass 29 Jan 2011 100,579 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2011 100,579 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 83,015 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2009 83,015 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 1 Jul 2008 68,568 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 68,568 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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AK05 ULY is a 2005 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 AK05 ULY, 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 AK05 ULY registered?

AK05 ULY is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 28 April 2005.

Is AK05 ULY safe to buy?

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