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LX05 XBN

2005 Audi A4

Black Petrol 2393cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

126,130 mi
Last recorded126,130 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2022
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX05 XBN
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,393cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2022 126,130 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Sep 2021 117,107 miles

Nearside Front wheel slight play

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 114,681 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2019 98,761 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced inop (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine covers/undertrays fitted

nearside rear tyre is worn on edges

rear number plate is de-laminating

Fail 7 Mar 2019 98,645 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced inop (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine covers/undertrays fitted

nearside rear tyre is worn on edges

rear number plate is de-laminating

Pass 1 Mar 2018 83,327 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Mar 2017 80,009 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 75,488 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Dec 2014 65,847 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Dec 2013 55,301 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2013 41,217 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 26,446 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2012 26,446 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 7 Mar 2011 24,256 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Mar 2010 22,221 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 26 Feb 2009 18,961 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2008 13,718 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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LX05 XBN is a 2005 Audi A4 in Black with a 2,393cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 LX05 XBN, 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 LX05 XBN registered?

LX05 XBN is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is LX05 XBN safe to buy?

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