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DE55 LZM

2005 Audi A4

Silver Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

129,598 mi
Last recorded129,598 miles
Recorded on21 May 2021
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE55 LZM
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2021 129,598 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

handbrake travel

Pass 27 May 2020 118,004 miles
Fail 27 May 2020 118,004 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 112,722 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2019 112,789 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective tempory cap fitted, but does not seal (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

center exhaust clamp damaged

Pass 9 May 2019 111,076 miles

Both front wiper blades poor

Pass 23 May 2018 104,858 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 99,547 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 11 May 2016 90,973 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 81,740 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

child seat fitted to nearside rear seat preventing full inspection of the adult seatbelt

Fail 5 May 2015 81,740 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

child seat fitted to nearside rear seat preventing full inspection of the adult seatbelt

Pass 13 May 2014 71,712 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 13 May 2014 71,712 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 May 2013 63,839 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 May 2012 55,736 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 31 May 2011 47,330 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both rear tyres cracking in tread

Pass 6 Nov 2009 32,532 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 24,918 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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DE55 LZM is a 2005 Audi A4 in Silver with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LZM, 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.

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What year was DE55 LZM registered?

DE55 LZM is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 2 November 2005.

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