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DV05 SXD

2005 Audi A4

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

70,178 mi
Last recorded70,178 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV05 SXD
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 70,178 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 66,449 miles

under tray fitted

Fail 27 Mar 2025 66,449 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

under tray fitted

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 May 2024 65,820 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2023 65,325 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake binding but not excessively Both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 64,523 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both nearside and offside inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both nearside and offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2021 63,649 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Oct 2021 63,649 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim too low Both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 62,612 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edge

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule offside and nearside rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 8 Apr 2019 61,189 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 58,465 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 56,715 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also uneven wear on inner tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 55,216 miles

Engine cover and undertrays fitted

Nearside rear tyre has slight uneven wear on inner tread

Pass 9 Apr 2015 52,073 miles

Both front tyres worn but not close to limit

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Apr 2014 49,272 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Apr 2013 44,988 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 41,341 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 35,251 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 29,267 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 24,815 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 24,815 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2008 19,285 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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DV05 SXD is a 2005 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 DV05 SXD, 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 DV05 SXD registered?

DV05 SXD is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is DV05 SXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV05 SXD shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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