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KW05 ETF

2005 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

165,521 mi
Last recorded165,521 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW05 ETF
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2019 165,521 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2017 158,023 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2017 158,020 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 May 2016 148,903 miles

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 23 May 2015 138,025 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 101,155 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 94,025 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

NSR tyre tread distorted on inner edge

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Apr 2012 86,852 miles

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

Offside front tyre sidewall torn

Offside front tyre worn on inner edge (235/40zr18)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Apr 2011 77,902 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

O/S/F TYRE TORN ON OUTER SIDEWALL (235/40ZR18 95W)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2010 55,979 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 40,713 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 31,258 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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KW05 ETF is a 2005 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 KW05 ETF, 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.

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What year was KW05 ETF registered?

KW05 ETF is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 28 July 2005.

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