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DE05 HTK

2005 Audi A4

Red Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

129,171 mi
Last recorded129,171 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE05 HTK
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2017 129,171 miles

screen damage not in view

Pass 11 Oct 2016 118,838 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2016 118,838 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Oct 2015 109,766 miles

child seat fitted

items removed prior to test

Pass 25 Sep 2014 102,722 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2013 92,274 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 80,766 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 68,563 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 54,602 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 40,896 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 26,761 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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DE05 HTK is a 2005 Audi A4 in Red with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 DE05 HTK, 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

How do I check the history of DE05 HTK?

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What year was DE05 HTK registered?

DE05 HTK is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 4 May 2005.

Is DE05 HTK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE05 HTK shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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