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FV55 DME

2005 Audi A4

Blue Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2022
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

138,013 mi
Last recorded138,013 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2021
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV55 DME
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2021 138,013 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2021 138,013 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 133,120 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 126,104 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2019 126,070 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

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

undertrims fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle

Pass 31 Jul 2018 114,617 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 105,192 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2017 105,192 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Aug 2016 94,812 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 86,156 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 83,018 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 68,613 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2011 48,138 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Dec 2011 48,138 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 40,969 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2010 40,969 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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 3 Nov 2009 35,824 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 294,356 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2008 29,070 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)

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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FV55 DME is a 2005 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 FV55 DME, 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 FV55 DME registered?

FV55 DME is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 24 October 2005.

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The MOT history for FV55 DME shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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