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FP55 SPX

2005 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

170,511 mi
Last recorded170,511 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP55 SPX
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2017 170,511 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2017 170,511 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2016 148,312 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 227,878 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 212,942 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nearside front head light unit damaged

Pass 31 Aug 2013 125,478 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2012 113,286 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 113,286 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 108,874 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2011 108,874 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 23 Nov 2010 89,445 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear brake discs worn

Pass 2 Dec 2009 69,574 miles

N/S/F & O/S/F TYRES WORN DOWN ON INSIDE EDGE

Pass 3 Dec 2008 52,075 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2008 52,069 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting cracked (2.4.G.1)

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

rear washer inop

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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FP55 SPX is a 2005 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FP55 SPX, 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 FP55 SPX registered?

FP55 SPX is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 13 December 2005.

Is FP55 SPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP55 SPX shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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