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KU05 ZRV

2005 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

218,148 mi
Last recorded218,148 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU05 ZRV
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 218,148 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2024 215,569 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2023 212,614 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 209,120 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2022 209,120 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 207,047 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 205,820 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2020 205,820 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2019 203,067 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2019 203,067 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 198,775 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2018 198,775 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 192,969 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 185,865 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 178,048 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

advise both rear brake discs rusty

Pass 16 Sep 2014 169,035 miles

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

advise front and rear brake discs rusty

Pass 31 Aug 2013 150,553 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2012 137,611 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 137,395 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 128,563 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 112,043 miles

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

Offside rear tyre inner wall split

Pass 28 Jan 2009 93,869 miles

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

screen chipped

Pass 15 Feb 2008 70,956 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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KU05 ZRV is a 2005 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 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 KU05 ZRV, 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

How do I check the history of KU05 ZRV?

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What year was KU05 ZRV registered?

KU05 ZRV is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 3 March 2005.

Is KU05 ZRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU05 ZRV shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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