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DF05 SXK

2005 Audi A4

Red Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

89,544 mi
Last recorded89,544 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF05 SXK
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2021 89,544 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2021 89,544 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 89,232 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2019 89,232 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 84,234 miles

oil leak

Fail 28 Aug 2018 84,234 miles

Brake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged cracked to cord (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged cracked (1.1.12 (b) (i))

oil leak

Pass 17 Aug 2017 76,517 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3/4mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 71,887 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 65,561 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 60,003 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

cracks to tread on both rear tyres plus edges slightly worn

slight cuts to inner sidewall on offside rear tyre

Pass 1 Oct 2013 56,970 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyre valves cracking

Pass 29 Sep 2012 54,514 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2012 54,514 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

slight cracks to tread on rear tyres

Pass 30 Sep 2011 49,625 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 45,180 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 40,889 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 37,323 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 SXK is a 2005 Audi A4 in Red with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2005 Audi A4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 97,860 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 SXK, 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 SXK registered?

DF05 SXK is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 25 August 2005.

Is DF05 SXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF05 SXK shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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