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LM05 YRJ

2005 Audi A4

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

75,887 mi
Last recorded75,887 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM05 YRJ
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2026 75,887 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2025 75,023 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2024 74,617 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 72,669 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 69,846 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 66,113 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides Lower Front Front Ball Joint boots starting to split (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 63,847 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords bothsides (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged small buldge on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Rear Brake hose slightly damaged both sides (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Feb 2019 63,844 miles

Central Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords bothsides (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged small buldge on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Rear Brake hose slightly damaged both sides (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2018 59,575 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt rear seats

Pass 23 Feb 2017 55,004 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 54,082 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2016 54,082 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 50,829 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2014 46,751 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 19 Feb 2014 46,751 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 42,329 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 22 Feb 2012 38,240 miles

number plate light dim

Pass 1 Mar 2011 34,611 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2011 34,605 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2010 32,101 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 26,314 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on outer tread

Pass 20 Jul 2009 26,050 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 20,984 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 YRJ is a 2005 Audi A4 in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 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 YRJ, 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 YRJ registered?

LM05 YRJ is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 22 July 2005.

Is LM05 YRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM05 YRJ shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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