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DV54 WVU

2005 Audi A4

Black Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

142,386 mi
Last recorded142,386 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV54 WVU
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 142,386 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 130,527 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2024 130,527 miles

Front Position lamp not working Both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2023 120,421 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 113,403 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 108,019 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2020 103,103 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 100,108 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2018 98,206 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2017 93,214 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 83,235 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 69,371 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 72,205 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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jan 2013 64,920 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Jan 2013 64,920 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Dec 2011 59,782 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 56,588 miles

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

Front bumper insecure

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Jan 2010 54,485 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 51,231 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2008 48,770 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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DV54 WVU is a 2005 Audi A4 in Black with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DV54 WVU, 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 DV54 WVU registered?

DV54 WVU is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 20 January 2005.

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