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HW05 NBJ

2005 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2023
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

140,663 mi
Last recorded140,663 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2022
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW05 NBJ
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2022 140,663 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Dec 2022 140,663 miles

Nearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick o/s and n/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick o/s and n/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Dec 2021 136,537 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Dec 2020 123,445 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2020 123,445 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 115,537 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play + splitting/cracking nearside + offside suspension lower rear arm inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small crack (3.2 (a) (i))

general corrosion to vehicle underboby + suspension parts various place but not considered excessive

long travel handbrake

Fail 18 Mar 2019 115,537 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Undertray likely to become detached insecure (6.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play + splitting/cracking nearside + offside suspension lower rear arm inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge just on limit at at time of test 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small crack (3.2 (a) (i))

general corrosion to vehicle underboby + suspension parts various place but not considered excessive

long travel handbrake

Pass 19 Mar 2018 108,955 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2018 108,955 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted/corroded (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Nail in tyre + worn smooth inner edge ()

n/s rear brake slightly binding

Pass 13 Mar 2017 102,413 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement excessively splitting/seperating n/s o/s front suspension top arm inner front + rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

engine oil level low + warning light on

long travel handbrake

slight play + splitting/cracking n/s o/s front lower suspension inner rear arm stab arm bushes

Fail 13 Mar 2017 102,413 miles

Headlamp aim too low n/s o/s (1.8)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement excessively splitting/seperating n/s o/s front suspension top arm inner front + rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

engine oil level low + warning light on

long travel handbrake

slight play + splitting/cracking n/s o/s front lower suspension inner rear arm stab arm bushes

Pass 6 Apr 2016 95,947 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 89,574 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jul 2014 80,362 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 71,972 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 62,967 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 53,860 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2010 45,547 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 33,999 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2009 33,999 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 24,655 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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HW05 NBJ is a 2005 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 HW05 NBJ, 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 HW05 NBJ registered?

HW05 NBJ is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 27 July 2005.

Is HW05 NBJ safe to buy?

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