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FV54 XVY

2005 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

219,935 mi
Last recorded219,935 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2022
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV54 XVY
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2022 219,935 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2022 219,932 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Apr 2020 209,295 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2020 209,292 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 196,887 miles

Engine malfunction light on

Fail 27 Mar 2019 196,812 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Engine malfunction light on

Pass 27 Mar 2018 180,362 miles

advise front & rear tyres low

Pass 29 Mar 2017 166,372 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2017 166,372 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 155,381 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 146,004 miles

advise smoke test clean

Pass 29 Mar 2014 135,094 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 124,665 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 108,661 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)

advise brake disc pitted brake pads ok

Pass 12 Nov 2010 96,587 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 9 Nov 2009 83,789 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 9 Nov 2009 83,789 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Dec 2008 72,720 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 62,616 miles

Outer Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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FV54 XVY is a 2005 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 FV54 XVY, 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 FV54 XVY registered?

FV54 XVY is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 20 January 2005.

Is FV54 XVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV54 XVY shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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