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AU05 XVD

2005 Audi A4

Blue Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

35,163 mi
Last recorded35,163 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU05 XVD
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 35,163 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2025 35,110 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2024 34,865 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 34,426 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 32,685 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 31,679 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 30,944 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 28,425 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2018 27,316 miles

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

Pass 28 Dec 2016 26,939 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2015 25,399 miles
Fail 2 May 2015 25,399 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Apr 2014 23,795 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 22,979 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 21,850 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 20,335 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 18,351 miles

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

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

Oil leak

emissions only just passed

Pass 23 May 2008 17,160 miles

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

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

slight surface rust to all 4 discs

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 XVD is a 2005 Audi A4 in Blue with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 XVD, 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 XVD registered?

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

Is AU05 XVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU05 XVD shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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