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FV05 LDC

2005 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

168,611 mi
Last recorded168,611 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV05 LDC
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2023 168,611 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Sep 2019 167,727 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

modified suspension

Pass 31 Aug 2018 163,415 miles

both front tyres showing wear inner edge

both rear coil springs heavily corroded

both rear tyres app limit

Pass 26 Aug 2017 159,090 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 153,483 miles

brake deaccererometer test carried out as vehicle heavily lowered

underplastics fitted

Pass 21 Aug 2015 145,799 miles

suspension has been lowered

Pass 26 Aug 2014 137,705 miles

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

uneven front tyre wear

vehicle low trim height

Pass 28 Aug 2013 131,330 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 115,034 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 102,440 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 102,440 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 2 Aug 2010 89,477 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 86,908 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2008 86,908 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 81,604 miles

antiroll bar collars cracked slightly

n/s/r tyre at 1.6mm

o/s/r tyre at 2mm tread

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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FV05 LDC is a 2005 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 FV05 LDC, 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 FV05 LDC registered?

FV05 LDC is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 25 May 2005.

Is FV05 LDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV05 LDC shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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