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LW05 MGU

2005 Audi A4

Blue Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

142,266 mi
Last recorded142,266 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2024
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW05 MGU
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2024 142,266 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2023 129,130 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 128,820 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 128,208 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2018 125,713 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2017 116,978 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 107,763 miles

Battery security requires attention

Engine covers and undertrays fitted

Fail 12 Mar 2016 107,601 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Battery security requires attention

Engine covers and undertrays fitted

Nearside Front Tyre sidewall perishing

Pass 14 Mar 2015 97,804 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Mar 2014 90,909 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Mar 2014 90,909 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 26 Apr 2013 78,236 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 78,213 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 67,030 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 52,885 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 44,805 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 37,262 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 30,649 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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LW05 MGU is a 2005 Audi A4 in Blue with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LW05 MGU, 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 LW05 MGU registered?

LW05 MGU is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is LW05 MGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LW05 MGU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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