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KX05 VRG

2005 Audi A4

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

166,787 mi
Last recorded166,787 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX05 VRG
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 166,787 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2025 164,763 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources 1 of 2 (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2024 159,761 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources 1 OF 2 (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 154,640 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2023 154,634 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2022 151,274 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources 1 of 2 (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2021 147,854 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2020 146,308 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources 1 OF 2 (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 139,806 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 133,633 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2018 133,633 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Feb 2017 129,567 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2016 124,155 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2015 117,571 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Feb 2015 117,571 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 110,430 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 101,160 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2012 101,160 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 100,480 miles

all 4 brake discs rusted but not severe.

Fail 30 Aug 2012 100,480 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

all 4 brake discs rusted but not severe.

Pass 30 Sep 2010 98,699 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2010 98,699 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 6 Oct 2009 80,033 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 52,542 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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KX05 VRG is a 2005 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KX05 VRG, 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 KX05 VRG registered?

KX05 VRG is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 18 July 2005.

Is KX05 VRG safe to buy?

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