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KS05 LVG

2005 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

166,678 mi
Last recorded166,678 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS05 LVG
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 166,678 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2024 161,463 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel arch corroded

undertrays fitted

Pass 1 Sep 2023 156,390 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 151,016 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2021 146,051 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Sep 2021 146,051 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2020 140,857 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2020 140,857 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2019 136,450 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2018 131,703 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 127,084 miles

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

Fail 22 Sep 2017 127,084 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2016 120,132 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed both sides (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 116,000 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 113,212 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2014 132,120 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 112,125 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 111,110 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 94,121 miles

front discs worn

front pads close to legal

rear pads close to legal

wornn rear discs

Pass 31 Jul 2010 74,404 miles

discs lipped

o/s/r tyre close to legal

under tray securing bolt missinfg replacements required

Pass 20 Aug 2009 57,627 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

damage down n/s/f

dent in o/r door

Pass 13 Aug 2008 39,563 miles

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

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

nail in offside rear tyre

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 LVG is a 2005 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 KS05 LVG, 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 LVG registered?

KS05 LVG is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 23 August 2005.

Is KS05 LVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS05 LVG shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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