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KS05 LVE

2005 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

142,118 mi
Last recorded142,118 miles
Recorded on5 May 2015
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS05 LVE
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 May 2015 142,118 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2013 244,555 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 229,982 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2012 229,981 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 207,495 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2011 207,494 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2010 174,441 miles

Near side front tyre has a cut in the sidewall not deep enough to reach ply

Fail 30 Jul 2010 174,020 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Near side front tyre has a cut in the sidewall not deep enough to reach ply

Pass 13 Jul 2009 138,291 miles

Nail in off side rear tyre

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 13 Jul 2009 138,291 miles

Nail in off side rear tyre

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 112,646 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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KS05 LVE is a 2005 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 KS05 LVE, 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 KS05 LVE registered?

KS05 LVE is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 26 July 2005.

Is KS05 LVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS05 LVE shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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