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ET05 SXX

2005 Audi A4

Blue Petrol 2393cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

49,053 mi
Last recorded49,053 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET05 SXX
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,393cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 49,053 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 6 Nov 2024 47,628 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 2 Nov 2023 45,810 miles

wet test carried out & undertrays fitted

Pass 17 Nov 2022 43,040 miles

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

wet test carried out & undertrays fitted

Fail 17 Nov 2022 43,040 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

wet test carried out & undertrays fitted

Pass 16 Nov 2021 42,262 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2020 40,654 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 May 2019 38,822 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2018 35,396 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 31,641 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2016 29,554 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 26,006 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 24,305 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 22,457 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 19,576 miles
Fail 12 May 2012 19,572 miles

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

o/s front tyre cracked/ split, not threw to ply/ cords.

Pass 11 May 2011 14,669 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 8,132 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 7,504 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 6,294 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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ET05 SXX is a 2005 Audi A4 in Blue with a 2,393cc petrol 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 ET05 SXX, 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 ET05 SXX registered?

ET05 SXX is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 5 August 2005.

Is ET05 SXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET05 SXX shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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