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DF05 HFD

2005 Audi A4

Blue Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

154,060 mi
Last recorded154,060 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF05 HFD
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2018 154,060 miles

cut in n/s/r tyre and 2mm

front and rear brake pads low

oil leak

Fail 8 Sep 2018 154,060 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

cut in n/s/r tyre and 2mm

front and rear brake pads low

oil leak

Pass 9 Sep 2017 148,958 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 20 Sep 2016 144,914 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 139,894 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

engine cover and under trays fitted

engine management wanring lamp on

Pass 12 Sep 2014 135,907 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 126,797 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2012 119,648 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 113,554 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2011 113,554 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 23 Jul 2011 113,428 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Dash indicates brake fault

Spare tyre defective

Pass 31 Jul 2010 104,153 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2009 95,575 miles

slight knocking from engine

Pass 25 Jul 2008 81,450 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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DF05 HFD is a 2005 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 DF05 HFD, 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 DF05 HFD registered?

DF05 HFD is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 1 August 2005.

Is DF05 HFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF05 HFD shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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