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DE05 HTP

2005 Audi A4

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

122,957 mi
Last recorded122,957 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE05 HTP
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2016 122,957 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement all (2.4.G.2)

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

Nsf floor trim damaged

Fail 19 Aug 2016 122,957 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped Both front to back (3.6.B.1)

Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement all (2.4.G.2)

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

Nsf floor trim damaged

Pass 20 Aug 2015 113,071 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Aug 2014 105,002 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2013 100,312 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Aug 2013 100,312 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 93,966 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres worn unevenly and low

engine management light on

Pass 19 Nov 2011 82,850 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 77,106 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 77,106 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 68,790 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2008 59,073 miles

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

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

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 HTP is a 2005 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DE05 HTP, 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 DE05 HTP registered?

DE05 HTP is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 5 April 2005.

Is DE05 HTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE05 HTP shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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