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GV05 VKR

2005 Audi A4

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

85,007 mi
Last recorded85,007 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2021
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV05 VKR
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2021 85,007 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2021 84,996 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 80,414 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced

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

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Aug 2019 79,743 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced

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

Nearside Rear Tyre perishing/cracking on tread

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated foremost (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Jul 2018 78,474 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 76,520 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

engine covers fitted obscuring some components

engine management warning lamp displayed constantly

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Jul 2017 76,480 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

engine covers fitted obscuring some components

engine management warning lamp displayed constantly

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Jul 2016 74,412 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine covers fitted obscuring some components in engine bay

engine management warning lamp displayed constantly

Pass 22 Jul 2015 70,009 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 Jul 2015 70,007 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jul 2014 65,871 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jul 2013 64,775 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jul 2012 59,394 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jul 2011 54,616 miles

protective covers fitted to underside of vehicle & over sills restricting inspections of testable items/areas

Pass 26 Jul 2010 49,895 miles

Protective covers fitted to underside of vehicle & over outer sills restricting inspections of testable items/areas

Pass 1 Aug 2009 48,399 miles

covers fitted over outer sills and underside of body restricting inspections of testable areas/items

Fail 30 Jul 2009 48,389 miles

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

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

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

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

covers fitted over outer sills and underside of body restricting inspections of testable areas/items

Pass 2 Aug 2008 40,295 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 36,662 miles

n/s/r tyre uneven tread wear

o/s/r tyre uneven tread wear

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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GV05 VKR is a 2005 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 GV05 VKR, 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 GV05 VKR registered?

GV05 VKR is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 16 June 2005.

Is GV05 VKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV05 VKR shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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