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AU05 ETR

2005 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

161,706 mi
Last recorded161,706 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU05 ETR
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2018 161,706 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 159,794 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 143,772 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 128,433 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2016 128,266 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 112,120 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 98,155 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2013 85,579 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 May 2012 82,250 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 78,664 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 75,272 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 71,232 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 67,439 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 64,952 miles

unable to inspect underside or sills thoroughly as plastic covers fitted

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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AU05 ETR is a 2005 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 AU05 ETR, 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 AU05 ETR registered?

AU05 ETR is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is AU05 ETR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU05 ETR shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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