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FG05 BKX

2005 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2025
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

164,404 mi
Last recorded164,404 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2024
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG05 BKX
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2024 164,404 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 155,685 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 144,362 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2021 133,951 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 2 Oct 2021 133,951 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 126,666 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 121,654 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear number plate delaminated

Fail 16 Sep 2019 121,654 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced Bulb dull (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear number plate delaminated

Pass 17 Sep 2018 115,704 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 2 Oct 2017 110,124 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 102,849 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Sep 2016 102,849 miles

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

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2015 91,655 miles

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

Nearside Rear nail in tyre

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

Fail 3 Oct 2014 88,454 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 88,454 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 85,317 miles

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

Fail 10 Apr 2012 68,323 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2012 68,323 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 58,267 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2011 58,267 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2010 49,356 miles

Nearside Rear 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 8 Apr 2009 43,098 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2008 35,793 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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FG05 BKX is a 2005 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 FG05 BKX, 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.

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What year was FG05 BKX registered?

FG05 BKX is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 23 March 2005.

Is FG05 BKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG05 BKX shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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