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GV05 XSG

2005 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

210,793 mi
Last recorded210,793 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV05 XSG
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2018 210,793 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 196,873 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2016 196,873 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Feb 2015 180,139 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Jan 2014 170,124 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 150,073 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both rear and n/s/f tyres cracking on inner sidewalls

n/s/f tyre down to 0mm of tread in places on inner edge out of testable area

o/s/r tyre unevenly worn on inner edge

Fail 28 Nov 2012 150,054 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both rear and n/s/f tyres cracking on inner sidewalls

n/s/f tyre down to 0mm of tread in places on inner edge out of testable area

o/s/r tyre unevenly worn on inner edge

Fail 2 Dec 2011 188,131 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Dec 2011 188,131 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 100,850 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Dec 2009 82,687 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2009 82,687 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Nov 2008 64,757 miles

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

offside rear tyre on 3mm

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 XSG is a 2005 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 GV05 XSG, 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 XSG registered?

GV05 XSG is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 13 June 2005.

Is GV05 XSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV05 XSG shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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