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HX05 XLS

2005 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2023
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

138,726 mi
Last recorded138,726 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2022
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX05 XLS
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 20 Dec 2022 138,726 miles

engine cover

Pass 21 Dec 2021 133,382 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 132,092 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 130,831 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2018 129,732 miles

Both rear shocks/dampers upper outer sleeves have collapsed.

Engine covers and under tray present impeding inspection.

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Track control arm balljoint grease cover perishing (arm under strut). (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Track control arm balljoint grease cover perishing (arm under strut). (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Balljoint in track control arm under strut has slight lift play. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 127,700 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 127,483 miles

Front coil spring corroded coil springs (2.4.C.1b)

Rear coil spring corroded coil springs (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 122,404 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)

o/s/f tyre worn on inner and low on tread depth

slight lip and wear both front brake discs

Pass 25 Apr 2014 118,372 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 114,845 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 111,855 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 108,223 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2010 105,562 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 101,832 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 91,190 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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HX05 XLS is a 2005 Audi A4 in Grey with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HX05 XLS, 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 HX05 XLS registered?

HX05 XLS is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 25 July 2005.

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