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KV55 YDL

2005 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

189,594 mi
Last recorded189,594 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2024
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV55 YDL
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2024 189,594 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2024 189,594 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2022 181,398 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2022 181,398 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2021 175,024 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Nov 2021 175,024 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 4 Nov 2020 166,179 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 156,444 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 144,689 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear nail in tread

Pass 21 Jun 2017 133,687 miles

Rear Body has slight corrosion Corrosion of the chassis N/S and O/S rear (6.1.B.2)

Fail 21 Jun 2017 133,687 miles

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

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

Rear Body has slight corrosion Corrosion of the chassis N/S and O/S rear (6.1.B.2)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 124,843 miles
Fail 21 May 2015 114,665 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2015 114,665 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 103,038 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 91,141 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 65,345 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 47,055 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 37,124 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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KV55 YDL is a 2005 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 KV55 YDL, 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 KV55 YDL registered?

KV55 YDL is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 17 October 2005.

Is KV55 YDL safe to buy?

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