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BV05 OBE

2005 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

230,775 mi
Last recorded230,775 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2019
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV05 OBE
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2019 230,775 miles

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

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

brake pad warning light illuminated on dash

cleaned o/s rear sensor and pick up wheel (rust) ABS light off at time of test if fault reacquires new sensor required

under body covers fitted not allowing inspection of some components

Fail 31 Oct 2019 230,775 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

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

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

brake pad warning light illuminated on dash

under body covers fitted not allowing inspection of some components

Pass 9 Oct 2018 217,021 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2017 208,042 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both side (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2016 196,694 miles

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

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Oct 2015 185,806 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 174,828 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 164,427 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 156,810 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 148,374 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 139,658 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2009 126,440 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 103,905 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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BV05 OBE is a 2005 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BV05 OBE, 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.

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What year was BV05 OBE registered?

BV05 OBE is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 4 March 2005.

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