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FV55 OTX

2005 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

181,797 mi
Last recorded181,797 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV55 OTX
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2019 181,797 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s and n/s front upper arms inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s and n/s rear flexi hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Jan 2018 175,536 miles

Front Upper Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush o/s and n/s upper suspension arms inner bushes (2.5.B.2b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 12 Jan 2017 167,881 miles

Offside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 21 Jan 2016 156,729 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 144,816 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2014 130,788 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2013 113,952 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Dec 2011 104,833 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Dec 2010 96,713 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2010 96,713 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Dec 2009 87,410 miles

DIFICULT TO ASSESS UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE DUE TO PLASTIC COVERS

Pass 16 Dec 2008 80,120 miles

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 OTX is a 2005 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FV55 OTX, 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 OTX registered?

FV55 OTX is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 30 December 2005.

Is FV55 OTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV55 OTX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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