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AW03 SPW

2005 Audi A4

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

130,490 mi
Last recorded130,490 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2023
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAW03 SPW
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2023 130,490 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2023 130,481 miles

Nearside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2020 129,726 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 126,879 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 124,436 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 120,001 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2016 112,624 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 92,364 miles

Brake pads wear sensor light illuminated

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 28 Feb 2014 89,673 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil level low

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Oct 2012 86,677 miles

All 4 tyres very low on tread (N/s/f on 1.6mm)

Both rear flexible brake hoses perishing

Oil level low

Fail 5 Oct 2011 84,524 miles

All 4 tyres getting low on tread

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Oct 2011 84,524 miles

All 4 tyres getting low on tread

Pass 14 Sep 2010 81,336 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 78,338 miles

Engine management light on

Pass 10 Jul 2009 60,808 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 50,344 miles

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

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

both front tyre are wearing on the outer edges

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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AW03 SPW is a 2005 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,781cc petrol 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 AW03 SPW, 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 AW03 SPW registered?

AW03 SPW is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 25 June 2005.

Is AW03 SPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AW03 SPW 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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