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AV55 AFY

2005 Audi A4

Blue Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

116,156 mi
Last recorded116,156 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV55 AFY
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2021 116,156 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2020 101,424 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2019 84,241 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2019 84,236 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Fuel system component leaking Diesel cooler area (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2018 80,921 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2017 77,470 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 74,125 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

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

Pass 28 Nov 2015 70,457 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2014 67,921 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 62,710 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2013 59,012 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 50,364 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2012 50,362 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 20 Jan 2011 41,573 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 32,991 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2008 24,318 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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AV55 AFY is a 2005 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AV55 AFY, 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 AV55 AFY registered?

AV55 AFY is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 3 September 2005.

Is AV55 AFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV55 AFY shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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