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HG05 XFW

2005 Audi A4

Blue Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

137,741 mi
Last recorded137,741 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2020
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG05 XFW
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2020 137,741 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2019 132,001 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 125,129 miles

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 13 Jan 2017 117,989 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2017 117,989 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2016 111,912 miles

nsf and osf tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 16 Jan 2015 103,730 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 91,232 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 85,766 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2012 85,766 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 79,756 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2010 73,037 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2010 73,037 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 62,558 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 May 2009 62,558 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 55,516 miles

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

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

Rear Anti-roll bar synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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HG05 XFW is a 2005 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HG05 XFW, 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 HG05 XFW registered?

HG05 XFW is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 25 May 2005.

Is HG05 XFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG05 XFW shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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