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DE55 YXO

2005 Audi A4

Red Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

162,229 mi
Last recorded162,229 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2022
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE55 YXO
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2022 162,229 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 161,071 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2021 161,071 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Nov 2020 158,734 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 157,909 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 156,578 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 154,047 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 149,856 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 143,030 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 136,205 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 130,087 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Oct 2012 117,694 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 7 Jan 2012 106,189 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Nov 2010 84,005 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2009 67,496 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2008 54,263 miles

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

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 YXO is a 2005 Audi A4 in Red with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 YXO, 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 YXO registered?

DE55 YXO is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 11 November 2005.

Is DE55 YXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE55 YXO shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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