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AU05 XVL

2005 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

199,303 mi
Last recorded199,303 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU05 XVL
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2019 199,303 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 3 Jun 2019 199,291 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 8 May 2018 192,303 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 8 May 2018 192,301 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 May 2017 184,928 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 173,175 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 21 Apr 2015 160,674 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 146,482 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front & rear brake discs lipped on outer edges

both front tyres wearing on inner & outer edges

Pass 22 Apr 2013 132,887 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers fitted

Pass 23 Apr 2012 118,457 miles

front n/plate cracked

o/s/r tyre worn to limit

sill covers fitted

underbody covers fitted

Pass 14 Apr 2011 108,061 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 103,427 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 100,575 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 89,811 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2008 89,810 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

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 XVL is a 2005 Audi A4 in Grey with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XVL, 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.

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

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