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DX05 XKB

2005 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2024
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

131,562 mi
Last recorded131,562 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2023
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX05 XKB
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2023 131,562 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2022 122,944 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

eml illuminated

Fail 13 Jun 2022 122,139 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit plate value 1.00 (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view close to excess (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement close to excess (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated close to excess (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively close to excess (1.2.1 (f))

engine light on

Pass 21 Dec 2020 104,690 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 21 Dec 2020 104,690 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2019 96,793 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light and side repeater (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

engine bay/under covers fitted

Pass 17 Oct 2017 80,083 miles

engine bay/under covers fitted

Pass 22 Sep 2016 65,255 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 56,179 miles

both font tyres wearing on edges

Fail 5 Jan 2016 56,179 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both font tyres wearing on edges

Pass 9 Jan 2015 44,784 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2015 44,782 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2014 42,949 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 41,324 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2012 38,525 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 35,801 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 32,671 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 30,116 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 26,924 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2008 26,924 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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DX05 XKB is a 2005 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DX05 XKB, 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 DX05 XKB registered?

DX05 XKB is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 18 March 2005.

Is DX05 XKB safe to buy?

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