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HG55 FZS

2005 Audi A4

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

178,090 mi
Last recorded178,090 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG55 FZS
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 178,090 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2025 178,090 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Aug 2024 174,776 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2023 168,884 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 154,998 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 144,873 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2019 136,226 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 126,474 miles

Engine and Underbody Covers Fitted Restricting Insepection

Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Dec 2017 119,633 miles

front brake pads wearing unevenly

middle exhaust system sleeve starting to corrode

slight play in front lower arms

slight play in steering system

underfloor body starting to rust

Pass 5 Dec 2016 114,142 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Dec 2015 103,451 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2014 88,725 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jan 2014 68,383 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)

Fail 5 Nov 2012 48,314 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 5 Nov 2012 48,314 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 27,685 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2011 27,685 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2010 12,891 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 10,900 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 9,336 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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HG55 FZS is a 2005 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 HG55 FZS, 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 HG55 FZS registered?

HG55 FZS is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 7 November 2005.

Is HG55 FZS safe to buy?

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