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CV05 XHY

2005 Audi A4

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

155,493 mi
Last recorded155,493 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2020
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV05 XHY
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2020 155,493 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 6 Mar 2020 155,493 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect dip beam bulb (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2019 150,103 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

undertray hanging very low and insecure

Pass 19 Jan 2018 143,516 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Oil leak ()

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 19 Jan 2018 143,516 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Oil leak ()

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Jan 2017 138,250 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Under trays fitted.

Various oil leak between engine and gearbox.

Fail 18 Jan 2017 138,250 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Under trays fitted.

Various oil leak between engine and gearbox.

Pass 11 Jan 2016 129,051 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 119,907 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jan 2014 108,319 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

nearside front tyre worn on edges, damaged and worn to 3mm

oil leak

small stone chips in windscreen

Fail 13 Jan 2014 108,319 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

nearside front tyre worn on edges, damaged and worn to 3mm

oil leak

small stone chips in windscreen

Fail 14 Jan 2013 92,557 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2013 92,557 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 74,784 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 71,387 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 60,943 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 53,952 miles

Water level low

Pass 4 Jun 2008 43,118 miles

front tyres wearing

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 XHY is a 2005 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 CV05 XHY, 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 XHY registered?

CV05 XHY is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is CV05 XHY safe to buy?

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