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HD05 GKU

2005 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

178,231 mi
Last recorded178,231 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD05 GKU
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 178,231 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 170,222 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 167,162 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 162,597 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 157,293 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 149,399 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 139,709 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 129,396 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 121,727 miles

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

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Fail 23 Jun 2018 121,726 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 115,453 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 109,417 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2015 100,095 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 97,332 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2013 92,789 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2013 92,789 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 87,732 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 80,943 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2011 80,943 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Jun 2010 74,714 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 63,729 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2008 52,124 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 8 Jul 2008 52,124 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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HD05 GKU is a 2005 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 HD05 GKU, 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 HD05 GKU registered?

HD05 GKU is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 8 July 2005.

Is HD05 GKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD05 GKU shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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