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HK05 XEB

2005 Audi A4

Red Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

173,234 mi
Last recorded173,234 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2022
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK05 XEB
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2022 173,234 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Centre bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2021 157,397 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

some general outer body damage

Fail 17 Jun 2021 157,397 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

some general outer body damage

Pass 20 Jun 2020 171,129 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 125,138 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jul 2018 123,319 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside + nearside (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside + nearside (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2017 120,050 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 111,321 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 101,501 miles

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

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

nearside dip beam bulb incorrectly fitted

offside front alloy has welded repair

Fail 15 Jul 2015 101,501 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

nearside dip beam bulb incorrectly fitted

offside front alloy has welded repair

Pass 22 Jul 2014 97,224 miles

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

rear brake discs worn

Pass 11 Jul 2013 90,343 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2012 84,258 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 74,657 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 66,856 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 54,478 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 38,739 miles

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

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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HK05 XEB is a 2005 Audi A4 in Red with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 HK05 XEB, 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 HK05 XEB registered?

HK05 XEB is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 26 July 2005.

Is HK05 XEB safe to buy?

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