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AK05 YPW

2005 Audi A4

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

187,969 mi
Last recorded187,969 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2021
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 YPW
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2021 187,969 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

all 4 tyres worn on edge

Pass 31 Dec 2019 183,936 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Dec 2018 174,025 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

under trays fitted

Pass 30 Dec 2017 165,339 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

under trays fitted

windscreen damaged offside bottom corner

Pass 7 Jan 2017 157,006 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

under tray fitted

Pass 23 Dec 2015 145,834 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2015 145,834 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 Dec 2014 134,084 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 128,664 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Oct 2012 118,625 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 111,475 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 61,268 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 82,107 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 66,246 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 62,809 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 YPW is a 2005 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 AK05 YPW, 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 YPW registered?

AK05 YPW is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 5 May 2005.

Is AK05 YPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK05 YPW shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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