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LG05 XKU

2005 Audi A4

Silver Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2022
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

90,510 mi
Last recorded90,510 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG05 XKU
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2020 90,510 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 85,459 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Dec 2019 85,457 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 7 Mar 2019 85,454 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Brake pad warning light illuminated

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges ,low on tread (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 22 Feb 2018 80,548 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Front arms - both sides (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 22 Feb 2018 80,548 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Front arms - both sides (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low PRS (1.8)

Offside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. PRS (6.2.A.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working PRS (1.2.1b)

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 1 Oct 2016 72,345 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

front brake discs corroded inside face

slight roughness both front wheel bearings

Fail 27 Sep 2016 72,345 miles

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

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated brake fluid low (3.6.G.2)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both front headlights (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported wheel arch area (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) fouling other parts of the vehicle engine bay nearside (2.3.2)

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords all tyres (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

front brake discs corroded inside face

slight roughness both front wheel bearings

Pass 22 Sep 2015 64,081 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 53,961 miles

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

Fail 7 Oct 2014 53,961 miles

Offside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2013 48,880 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Jun 2012 47,344 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 36,424 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 27,927 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 22,590 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 22,571 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 14 May 2007 16,629 miles
Fail 14 May 2007 16,629 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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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LG05 XKU is a 2005 Audi A4 in Silver with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 LG05 XKU, 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 LG05 XKU registered?

LG05 XKU is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 24 March 2005.

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