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FM05 VYJ

2005 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

152,468 mi
Last recorded152,468 miles
Recorded on27 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM05 VYJ
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2025 152,468 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 145,005 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 141,234 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 138,475 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 135,420 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2020 131,223 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 123,098 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 117,363 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 109,831 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 96,888 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 86,832 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 78,450 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front anti roll bar fouling undertray

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jan 2013 71,187 miles

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

Fail 23 Sep 2011 63,622 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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)

Pass 23 Sep 2011 63,622 miles

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

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)

Pass 27 Aug 2010 56,485 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 49,094 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 40,202 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2008 40,202 miles

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

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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FM05 VYJ is a 2005 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 FM05 VYJ, 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

How do I check the history of FM05 VYJ?

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What year was FM05 VYJ registered?

FM05 VYJ is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 22 July 2005.

Is FM05 VYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM05 VYJ shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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