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LD05 FBG

2005 Audi A4

Grey Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2021
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

221,866 mi
Last recorded221,866 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2020
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD05 FBG
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2020 221,866 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2020 221,861 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Feb 2018 213,501 miles

Central stop lamp inoperative

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear seat belt stalk cover damaged

shock absorbers worn

Fail 23 Feb 2018 213,499 miles

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Central stop lamp inoperative

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt to limit (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear seat belt stalk cover damaged

shock absorbers worn

Pass 24 Feb 2017 200,381 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin on limit (3.5.1g)

Fail 24 Feb 2017 200,381 miles

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

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin on limit (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 179,612 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 168,024 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 146,262 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 131,753 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2013 131,753 miles

Nearside Rear 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 Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 7 Mar 2012 114,500 miles

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2012 114,500 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 95,118 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 82,743 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 70,999 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 56,102 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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LD05 FBG is a 2005 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 LD05 FBG, 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 LD05 FBG registered?

LD05 FBG is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 17 March 2005.

Is LD05 FBG safe to buy?

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