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AV55 RUW

2005 Audi A4

Red Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

161,869 mi
Last recorded161,869 miles
Recorded on15 May 2013
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV55 RUW
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2013 161,869 miles
Fail 15 May 2013 161,869 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 158,477 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2011 154,544 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2010 151,918 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2009 137,410 miles

airbag light on

exhaust blow from egr system/tubo requires further investigation

Pass 13 Oct 2008 121,480 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 RUW is a 2005 Audi A4 in Red with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AV55 RUW, 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

How do I check the history of AV55 RUW?

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What year was AV55 RUW registered?

AV55 RUW is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 21 October 2005.

Is AV55 RUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV55 RUW shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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