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LM05 VWE

2005 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

170,096 mi
Last recorded170,096 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2026 170,096 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2026 170,093 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2025 163,391 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2025 163,387 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 158,888 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 158,796 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 157,903 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 151,871 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 146,845 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2018 146,838 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 142,188 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 112,009 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre worn both edges offside front tyre iner edge close to canvas

Pass 30 Apr 2012 100,113 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jan 2011 85,150 miles

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

Fail 20 Jan 2011 85,150 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2010 74,206 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 62,485 miles

ALL 4 TOP ARM BUSHES SPLITTING ADVISE

Pass 23 Jul 2008 47,253 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 VWE is a 2005 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LM05 VWE, 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 LM05 VWE registered?

LM05 VWE is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 27 July 2005.

Is LM05 VWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM05 VWE shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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