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LT05 FGU

2005 Audi A4

Beige Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2023
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

116,029 mi
Last recorded116,029 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2022
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT05 FGU
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2022 116,029 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear child seat fitted

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Apr 2022 116,029 miles

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

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both sides front upper back (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides upper front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear child seat fitted

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Apr 2021 108,534 miles

Front engine cover insecure

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 2 x (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 2 x (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Apr 2021 108,534 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front engine cover insecure

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 2 x (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 2 x (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Mar 2020 105,648 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2020 105,648 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2019 100,736 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 97,141 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2017 94,282 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 90,075 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2016 90,075 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2015 85,078 miles

front brake discs slightly corroded and liped

rear brake discs slightly corroded

rear no plate slightly detoreated

small stone chip zpone A and B

Pass 14 Mar 2014 81,020 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 75,153 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 69,159 miles

air bag light on

Pass 14 Feb 2011 63,983 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 59,062 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 55,114 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2009 55,114 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Mar 2008 50,849 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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LT05 FGU is a 2005 Audi A4 in Beige with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LT05 FGU, 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 LT05 FGU registered?

LT05 FGU is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 3 March 2005.

Is LT05 FGU safe to buy?

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