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EK05 YLB

2005 Audi A4

Black Diesel 2963cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

148,312 mi
Last recorded148,312 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2023
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK05 YLB
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,963cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2023 148,312 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 145,285 miles

Central Front oil leak

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 141,014 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 130,713 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 124,072 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 3 Oct 2018 124,061 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 26 Sep 2017 113,282 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2016 107,035 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 98,768 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 92,015 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 86,462 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 80,169 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 73,713 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 66,989 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 59,412 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 52,008 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 46,075 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s rear wheel arch scuffed

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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EK05 YLB is a 2005 Audi A4 in Black with a 2,963cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 EK05 YLB, 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 EK05 YLB registered?

EK05 YLB is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 6 April 2005.

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The MOT history for EK05 YLB shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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