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CV05 OEA

2005 Audi A4

Silver Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

110,748 mi
Last recorded110,748 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV05 OEA
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2026 110,748 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Coolant leak coolant bottle split

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened subframe and suspension arms rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Sep 2026 110,748 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Coolant leak coolant bottle split

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened subframe and suspension arms rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2025 106,027 miles

Front undertray fitted not allowing full inspection

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

rear subframe general corrosion

Pass 25 Sep 2024 102,083 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2023 98,598 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2022 93,894 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 89,203 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 82,738 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2020 82,701 miles

Front Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Lower Body mounting fixings insecure such that stability is seriously impaired SUB FRAME (6.2.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Apr 2019 75,899 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2019 75,899 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 73,073 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 71,626 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 66,257 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 61,704 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 56,353 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 51,434 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2013 51,354 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Feb 2012 46,479 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 40,290 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 34,248 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 28,150 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 21,713 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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CV05 OEA is a 2005 Audi A4 in Silver with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 CV05 OEA, 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 CV05 OEA registered?

CV05 OEA is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 9 March 2005.

Is CV05 OEA safe to buy?

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