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KD55 XZS

2005 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

158,400 mi
Last recorded158,400 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2022
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKD55 XZS
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2022 158,400 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2021 149,543 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH SIDES (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Jan 2020 145,214 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear wheel has bind when spun by hand

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front tire inner sidewall damaged

Fail 8 Jan 2020 145,003 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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear wheel has bind when spun by hand

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front tire inner sidewall damaged

Pass 3 Dec 2018 136,185 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 122,048 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 105,745 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 92,432 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 87,447 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 83,110 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Feb 2013 77,439 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

chips in windscreen

registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 18 Feb 2013 77,439 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

chips in windscreen

registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 1 Feb 2012 67,803 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

chips in screen

Pass 1 Feb 2012 67,803 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

chips in screen

Pass 4 Feb 2011 60,066 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 59,902 miles

Nearside rear tyre out of shape

Offside Front Upper Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2009 54,653 miles

Nearside rear tyre out of shape on inner edge

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

Fail 28 Oct 2009 54,653 miles

Nearside rear tyre out of shape on inner edge

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Oct 2008 45,564 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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KD55 XZS is a 2005 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 KD55 XZS, 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 KD55 XZS registered?

KD55 XZS is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is KD55 XZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for KD55 XZS shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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