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BU05 XDT

2005 Audi A4

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

175,511 mi
Last recorded175,511 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 XDT
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2018 175,511 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 10 Apr 2017 166,621 miles

Nearside rear brake components have signs of being over heated

Slight bind at nearside rear brake

Various suspension bushes starting to perish and separate

Pass 2 Mar 2016 158,544 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2015 143,755 miles

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

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

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

Fail 13 Feb 2015 143,185 miles

Offside Rear Lower coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2014 129,828 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 117,962 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 112,322 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 103,070 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 94,428 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 83,343 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 68,517 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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BU05 XDT is a 2005 Audi A4 in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BU05 XDT, 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 BU05 XDT registered?

BU05 XDT is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 17 May 2005.

Is BU05 XDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU05 XDT shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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