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LJ05 ZVS

2005 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

173,457 mi
Last recorded173,457 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 ZVS
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2017 173,457 miles

oil leak in engine bay area

EML is on

Engine covers & under trays are fitted thus not allowing full inspection of certain components

exhaust has minor gas leaks

front & rear brake discs are worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on both sides

rear subframe area & suspension components are corroding

Fail 25 Nov 2017 173,457 miles

EML is on

Engine covers & under trays are fitted thus not allowing full inspection of certain components

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

exhaust has minor gas leaks

front & rear brake discs are worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on both sides

oil leak in engine bay area

rear subframe area & suspension components are corroding

Pass 18 Jun 2016 166,322 miles

Air bag light takes slightly longer to go off

Engine covers & under trays are fitted thus not allowing full inspection of certain components

Front Lower Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt osf & nsf (2.2.C.1c)

Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement NSF & OSF

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear on both sides (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 157,427 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jul 2014 150,034 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 145,830 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 142,139 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 137,505 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 133,409 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 125,775 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 96,803 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2008 96,803 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

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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LJ05 ZVS is a 2005 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LJ05 ZVS, 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 LJ05 ZVS registered?

LJ05 ZVS is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 14 July 2005.

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