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FY05 VZF

2005 Audi A4

Blue Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

86,991 mi
Last recorded86,991 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY05 VZF
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2019 86,991 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 84,551 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 83,930 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 77,193 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 709,142 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2014 63,384 miles

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

nearside rear tyre wall starting to split...tyre getting old

Pass 27 Mar 2013 56,451 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 49,246 miles

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

Fail 29 Mar 2012 49,246 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 41,612 miles

offside rear outer tyre wall split,..advise to replace

Pass 22 Mar 2010 28,050 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 27,026 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 25,175 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 VZF is a 2005 Audi A4 in Blue with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FY05 VZF, 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 FY05 VZF registered?

FY05 VZF is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is FY05 VZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY05 VZF shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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