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AU05 VMW

2005 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

158,140 mi
Last recorded158,140 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU05 VMW
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2018 158,140 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 8 Nov 2017 156,757 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 155,064 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2015 150,377 miles

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

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

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of belt

Pass 6 Oct 2014 144,813 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2013 138,489 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2012 129,803 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside front inner wing splashguard damaged

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Oct 2011 121,188 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2010 108,188 miles

Body damage all round

Front bumper insecure

Nearside front tyre outer wall damaged

Fail 20 May 2010 108,172 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Body damage all round

Front bumper insecure

Nearside front tyre outer wall damaged

Pass 15 May 2009 98,010 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 89,445 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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AU05 VMW is a 2005 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 VMW, 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 VMW registered?

AU05 VMW is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is AU05 VMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU05 VMW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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