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FY05 HKN

2005 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2021
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

216,050 mi
Last recorded216,050 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY05 HKN
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2020 216,050 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2019 207,201 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2019 207,196 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2018 198,515 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2018 198,511 miles

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 181,532 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2017 181,532 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Nov 2016 164,657 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2016 164,657 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 144,150 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 125,387 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 111,025 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 97,195 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 87,114 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 75,655 miles

o/s/r tyre wearing close to legal limit

Pass 25 Feb 2010 63,246 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 50,594 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2009 50,594 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Feb 2008 41,218 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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FY05 HKN 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 FY05 HKN, 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.

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What year was FY05 HKN registered?

FY05 HKN is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 2 March 2005.

Is FY05 HKN safe to buy?

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