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DF05 THN

2005 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

97,448 mi
Last recorded97,448 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF05 THN
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 97,448 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2025 91,750 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lower rear arm joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lower rear arm joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 17 Jul 2025 91,750 miles

Power steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lower rear arm joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lower rear arm joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 88,813 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2024 88,813 miles

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2023 85,496 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 83,100 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 77,961 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 75,723 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Jul 2019 74,288 miles

All four tyres are starting to crack and perish

Pass 16 Jul 2018 72,838 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 65,812 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 77,437 miles

Rear Brake Discs Corroded

Rear N/S Shock Absorber Weeping

Pass 12 Jul 2016 62,760 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 59,351 miles

F/n/s top suspenison arm bushes perished

F/o/s top suspension arm bushes perished

Fail 10 Jul 2015 59,351 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

F/n/s top suspenison arm bushes perished

F/o/s top suspension arm bushes perished

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear brake discs corroded

Pass 4 Jul 2014 55,558 miles

Front brake discs very corroded

Rear brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 28 Jun 2013 49,822 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 47,726 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 44,955 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 43,527 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2009 41,688 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Jul 2009 41,688 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 38,597 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 THN is a 2005 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 THN, 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 THN registered?

DF05 THN is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 13 August 2005.

Is DF05 THN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF05 THN shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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