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KM05 VGL

2005 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2021
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

125,794 mi
Last recorded125,794 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM05 VGL
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2020 125,794 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2020 125,794 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2019 108,450 miles

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

emissions higher than normal

Pass 20 Oct 2018 101,530 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2018 101,530 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2017 94,356 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2016 87,571 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2015 76,187 miles

screw in o/s/r tyre

Pass 8 May 2014 68,332 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 61,634 miles

offside rear tyre starting to crack on inner wall

Pass 27 Apr 2012 54,363 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 5 May 2011 45,777 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 45,719 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 13 May 2010 38,551 miles
Fail 13 May 2010 38,551 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Fail 1 Jul 2009 33,598 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

advise noise from engine bay

Pass 1 Jul 2009 33,598 miles

advise noise from engine bay

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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KM05 VGL is a 2005 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 KM05 VGL, 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 KM05 VGL registered?

KM05 VGL is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 7 July 2005.

Is KM05 VGL safe to buy?

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