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KG55 VLJ

2005 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

127,011 mi
Last recorded127,011 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2020
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG55 VLJ
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2020 127,011 miles

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

Fail 23 Jun 2020 126,546 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Jul 2019 118,047 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 113,387 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm front bush worn. Need changing URGENT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jul 2018 113,387 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm front bush worn. Need changing URGENT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 107,327 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 18 Jul 2017 107,327 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect bulb fitted incorrectly (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 101,772 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)

Offside Front door glass remains closed, needs attention

Fail 20 Jul 2016 101,772 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front door glass remains closed, needs attention

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 97,875 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 94,648 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 94,631 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 88,089 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 80,795 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 72,716 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 64,073 miles

Brake discs worn

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

Pass 9 Oct 2008 48,075 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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KG55 VLJ is a 2005 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2005 Audi A4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 97,860 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 KG55 VLJ, 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 KG55 VLJ registered?

KG55 VLJ is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 13 October 2005.

Is KG55 VLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KG55 VLJ shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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