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AV05 XZB

2005 Audi A4

Silver Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

196,332 mi
Last recorded196,332 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV05 XZB
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2019 196,332 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 181,796 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 155,182 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt outer nearside and offside (2.4.G.2)

under trays fitted

Pass 12 May 2016 147,886 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 137,275 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 127,581 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 May 2013 120,588 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 109,649 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 97,642 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 82,726 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 May 2010 82,726 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 12 May 2009 65,588 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 May 2009 65,588 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 49,299 miles
Fail 12 May 2008 49,299 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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AV05 XZB is a 2005 Audi A4 in Silver with a 1,986cc 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 AV05 XZB, 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 AV05 XZB registered?

AV05 XZB is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 16 May 2005.

Is AV05 XZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV05 XZB shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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