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BV05 ESG

2005 Audi A4

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

167,325 mi
Last recorded167,325 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2015
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV05 ESG
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2015 167,325 miles

Horn harsh sound but still acceptable

Pass 27 Feb 2015 161,501 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Feb 2014 148,699 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2012 128,159 miles

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

air bag warning light on - indicates possible fault

engine management light on - indicates possible fault

Pass 21 Feb 2011 114,739 miles

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

Fail 21 Feb 2011 114,733 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 16 Jan 2010 102,470 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2010 102,470 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Lower Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 30 Jan 2009 148,506 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2009 148,506 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 30 Jan 2008 128,081 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2008 128,081 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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BV05 ESG is a 2005 Audi A4 in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BV05 ESG, 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 BV05 ESG registered?

BV05 ESG is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is BV05 ESG safe to buy?

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