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EX55 XBN

2005 Audi A4

Blue Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

175,933 mi
Last recorded175,933 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX55 XBN
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2019 175,933 miles

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))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 163,101 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2017 146,877 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 123,418 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 104,402 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 101,088 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 97,394 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 94,571 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 91,182 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2010 91,177 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2009 85,971 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 80,061 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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EX55 XBN is a 2005 Audi A4 in Blue with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 EX55 XBN, 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 EX55 XBN registered?

EX55 XBN is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 2 September 2005.

Is EX55 XBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX55 XBN shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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