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DA55 ETR

2005 Audi A4

Silver Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

143,126 mi
Last recorded143,126 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA55 ETR
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2017 143,126 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Spare tyre defective missing ()

engine & sill covers fitted

Pass 2 Jun 2016 142,392 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

engine & sill covers fitted

spare tyre missing

Fail 2 Jun 2016 142,392 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

engine & sill covers fitted

spare tyre missing

Fail 17 Sep 2014 139,312 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 139,312 miles

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 17 Aug 2013 131,871 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2013 131,871 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2012 117,214 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 105,137 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 93,824 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 87,912 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2010 87,912 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Feb 2009 65,783 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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DA55 ETR is a 2005 Audi A4 in Silver with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 DA55 ETR, 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 DA55 ETR registered?

DA55 ETR is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 20 December 2005.

Is DA55 ETR safe to buy?

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