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DE55 AVL

2005 Audi A4

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

154,089 mi
Last recorded154,089 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE55 AVL
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2016 154,089 miles

child seat fitted to rear, unable to check properly-ball joint boots deteriorated-o/s/r link has slight play

o/s/f tyre inner edge worn low-steering rack ha slight play

Pass 8 Oct 2015 142,370 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 135,576 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 129,112 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 121,056 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2012 121,056 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Sep 2011 108,505 miles

front tyres shoulders balding

Pass 20 Sep 2010 99,116 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 87,009 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 77,230 miles

front and offside rear tyres worn to various degrees, nail nearside front

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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DE55 AVL is a 2005 Audi A4 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DE55 AVL, 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 DE55 AVL registered?

DE55 AVL is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is DE55 AVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE55 AVL shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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