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DX55 UWJ

2005 Audi A4

Silver Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

118,179 mi
Last recorded118,179 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX55 UWJ
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2017 118,179 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

air bag light is on

Fail 24 Apr 2017 118,161 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) insecure light cluster (1.1.A.3a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) insecure light cluster (1.1.A.3a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2016 111,501 miles

Front wiper blades smearing slightly.

Oil leak

Rear brake discs corroding.

Stone chips in zone A and B of the windscreen.

Under trays fitted.

Fail 13 Apr 2016 111,501 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front wiper blades smearing slightly.

Oil leak

Rear brake discs corroding.

Stone chips in zone A and B of the windscreen.

Under trays fitted.

Pass 10 Nov 2014 99,932 miles

n/s/f tyre devoid of tread on both edges at time of test

rear brake discs in poor condition

slight play in n/s/f steering

Fail 7 Nov 2014 99,927 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

n/s/f tyre devoid of tread on both edges at time of test

rear brake discs in poor condition

slight play in n/s/f steering

Pass 8 Nov 2013 86,859 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 8 Nov 2013 86,859 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 23 Jan 2013 78,741 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 70,356 miles

air bag light on

nearside front tyre wearing low on inner edge

Pass 4 May 2011 58,868 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2010 58,848 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 42,359 miles

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

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

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

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

engine management light on dash

Pass 4 Nov 2008 18,658 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2008 18,383 miles

only just past smoke test

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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DX55 UWJ is a 2005 Audi A4 in Silver with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 DX55 UWJ, 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 DX55 UWJ registered?

DX55 UWJ is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 6 September 2005.

Is DX55 UWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX55 UWJ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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