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GU05 YSM

2005 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

119,086 mi
Last recorded119,086 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU05 YSM
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2019 119,086 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 110,432 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 102,921 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 95,951 miles

Offside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint AND N/S (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 90,267 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 84,916 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Apr 2013 79,964 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 74,545 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 69,939 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 65,653 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 60,232 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2009 60,232 miles

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

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 18 Mar 2008 52,330 miles

engine undertrays fitted

front discs and pads worn

rear tyres worn on edges

wipers smeary

Fail 18 Mar 2008 52,330 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

engine undertrays fitted

front discs and pads worn

rear tyres worn on edges

wipers smeary

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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GU05 YSM is a 2005 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GU05 YSM, 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 GU05 YSM registered?

GU05 YSM is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 17 March 2005.

Is GU05 YSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU05 YSM shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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