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LM05 RRV

2005 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

143,010 mi
Last recorded143,010 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2023
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM05 RRV
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2023 143,010 miles

parking brake only just met brake test requirements

Fail 2 Sep 2023 143,010 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb fitted incorrctly (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

parking brake only just met brake test requirements

Pass 31 Aug 2022 133,152 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 126,664 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 120,490 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 116,122 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2019 116,122 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 111,534 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 106,906 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 95,903 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 85,068 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2015 85,068 miles

Nearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside 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 worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 29 Jul 2014 81,259 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jul 2014 81,259 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Aug 2013 70,886 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2013 70,886 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 58,185 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 46,297 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2010 38,296 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 34,232 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 31,533 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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LM05 RRV is a 2005 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 LM05 RRV, 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 LM05 RRV registered?

LM05 RRV is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 19 August 2005.

Is LM05 RRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM05 RRV shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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