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DF54 DZB

2005 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

161,887 mi
Last recorded161,887 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF54 DZB
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2017 161,887 miles

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

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

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

Fail 18 Oct 2017 161,818 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2016 148,434 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 23 Oct 2015 134,809 miles

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

Fail 16 Oct 2015 134,585 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

slight wear lip on front brake discs

Pass 13 Nov 2014 127,939 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Nov 2014 127,939 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Spare tyre defective

nearside front tyre wearing thin on outer edge of tread and has some damage to outer side wall

wiper blades poor

Pass 23 Nov 2013 121,842 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both front lower ball joint gaiters perished

edges of tyres staring to wear unevenly

Pass 24 Nov 2012 114,789 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)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2011 100,538 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

brake warning light on

Fail 8 Apr 2010 93,807 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

both front tyres starting to wear low

Pass 8 Apr 2010 93,807 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both front tyres starting to wear low

Pass 14 Apr 2009 84,853 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 74,526 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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DF54 DZB is a 2005 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DF54 DZB, 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 DF54 DZB registered?

DF54 DZB is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 23 February 2005.

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