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DG55 RZA

2005 Audi A4

Blue Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

193,658 mi
Last recorded193,658 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG55 RZA
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 193,658 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 18 Mar 2026 193,650 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged worn irregular in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Feb 2023 193,057 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 2 Feb 2023 193,057 miles

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 189,654 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2021 180,620 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2020 173,112 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 159,023 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2018 148,944 miles

Engine covers fitted

Under trays fitted

Pass 24 Jan 2017 138,449 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 24 Jan 2017 138,449 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 7 Oct 2015 137,352 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2014 135,210 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 126,562 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Oct 2013 126,562 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2012 108,758 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2011 94,793 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 5 Oct 2011 94,793 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 Feb 2011 84,768 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2011 84,768 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Oct 2009 64,003 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Sep 2008 46,687 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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DG55 RZA is a 2005 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 DG55 RZA, 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 DG55 RZA registered?

DG55 RZA is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 27 September 2005.

Is DG55 RZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG55 RZA shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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