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GL05 UHC

2005 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

142,108 mi
Last recorded142,108 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2022
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL05 UHC
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2022 142,108 miles

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

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Aug 2021 131,357 miles

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

Fail 2 Aug 2021 131,356 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2020 123,481 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 7 Aug 2020 123,449 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 115,268 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 107,004 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 102,996 miles

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing front top arm inner bush (2.5.B.3a)

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing rear top arm inner bush (2.5.B.3a)

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

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

Offside Front Upper Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing front top arm inner bush (2.5.B.3a)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing rear top arm inner bush (2.5.B.3a)

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2016 100,131 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 97,523 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 87,540 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 4 Aug 2014 87,540 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 81,951 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 6 Aug 2012 74,367 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 Aug 2011 65,980 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 56,445 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Aug 2009 47,688 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 38,661 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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GL05 UHC is a 2005 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GL05 UHC, 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 GL05 UHC registered?

GL05 UHC is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 21 July 2005.

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