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LN55 SXU

2005 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

87,412 mi
Last recorded87,412 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN55 SXU
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 87,412 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2025 83,404 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2024 80,703 miles

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

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

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

o/s/ f cv boot slightly leaking

Fail 8 Jan 2024 80,703 miles

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

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

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

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

o/s/ f cv boot slightly leaking

Pass 17 Dec 2022 77,149 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2022 77,149 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Dec 2021 74,684 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 73,731 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2020 73,731 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 68,977 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 63,414 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 58,164 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 54,314 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 50,058 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2014 47,034 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 47,034 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 44,032 miles

nsf tyre side wall cut

Pass 28 Aug 2012 39,302 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 34,109 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 27,007 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 19,432 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2008 13,921 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 26 Aug 2008 13,921 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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LN55 SXU is a 2005 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 LN55 SXU, 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 LN55 SXU registered?

LN55 SXU is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is LN55 SXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN55 SXU shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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