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DS54 FXV

2005 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

156,213 mi
Last recorded156,213 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS54 FXV
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2017 156,213 miles

rear discs corroded

Fail 13 Jan 2017 156,213 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

coil springs corroded

rear discs corroded

Pass 6 Jan 2016 145,817 miles

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 22 Jan 2015 135,601 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake fluid slightly low in resevoir

rear brake discs corroded

traction control lamp illuminated

Pass 21 Jan 2014 125,723 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine smokes

Pass 16 Jan 2013 114,410 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 101,264 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2011 86,821 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jan 2011 86,821 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 72,797 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 60,747 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 48,747 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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DS54 FXV is a 2005 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 DS54 FXV, 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 DS54 FXV registered?

DS54 FXV is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 26 January 2005.

Is DS54 FXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS54 FXV shows 12 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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