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LR55 LEF

2005 Audi A4

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests28 (18 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

65,379 mi
Last recorded65,379 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR55 LEF
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

18 pass 10 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 65,379 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Feb 2025 63,952 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 21 Feb 2025 63,952 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Feb 2024 62,412 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2024 62,412 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Feb 2023 61,117 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge near limit 2-3mm v 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 59,006 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to wear on inner & outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 4 Feb 2022 58,992 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on inner and outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2021 57,587 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2020 56,312 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 28 Jan 2020 56,312 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Feb 2019 53,905 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2019 53,905 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 2 Feb 2018 51,646 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2018 51,646 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 19 Jan 2017 48,217 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2017 48,217 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2016 46,136 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 2 Feb 2016 46,136 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Feb 2015 43,906 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2014 41,768 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Jan 2014 41,768 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 40,690 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 37,973 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 35,144 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2011 35,136 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Oct 2009 31,512 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

windscreen chip n/s lower

Pass 20 Oct 2008 28,782 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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LR55 LEF is a 2005 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 LR55 LEF, 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 LR55 LEF registered?

LR55 LEF is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is LR55 LEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR55 LEF shows 28 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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