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KM05 VMU

2005 Audi A4

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

165,131 mi
Last recorded165,131 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2023
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM05 VMU
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2023 165,131 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Apr 2022 163,518 miles

Bonnet handle missing

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

EML light on

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 6 Apr 2022 163,518 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Bonnet handle missing

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

EML light on

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

Nearside Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 31 Mar 2021 161,717 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

bonnet pull handle missing

windscreen washers low

Pass 14 Feb 2020 156,637 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen

Fail 5 Feb 2020 156,373 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen

Pass 27 Feb 2019 142,079 miles

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

Nearside & Offside Front shockers lower bushes

Nearside Rear tyre worn & Inner sidewall cracked

Offside Outer cv boot perished & leaking

Play in rack

Sill covers & Undertrays fitted

Pass 2 Feb 2018 127,595 miles

undertrays fitted

nearside and offside front upper inner suspension arm bushes perished and split

offside and nearside front tyres worn

sill covers fitted

Pass 28 Feb 2017 113,701 miles

n/s inner cv boot perished and leaking

Fail 27 Feb 2017 113,639 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

n/s inner cv boot perished and leaking

Pass 29 Feb 2016 99,395 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 94,943 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 87,370 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 79,998 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 71,340 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2011 59,814 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 47,023 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 35,527 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 21,895 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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KM05 VMU is a 2005 Audi A4 in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 KM05 VMU, 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 VMU registered?

KM05 VMU is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 30 June 2005.

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The MOT history for KM05 VMU shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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