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LX05 XFE

2005 Audi A4

Blue Petrol 2393cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2024
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,890 mi
Last recorded94,890 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2023
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX05 XFE
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,393cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2023 94,890 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2023 94,890 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 4 Mar 2022 93,444 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 4 Mar 2022 93,441 miles

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 has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 90,898 miles

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

Fail 24 Feb 2021 90,844 miles

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced both (4.1.4 (a))

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

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

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

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front upper rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2020 89,074 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Feb 2019 87,328 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake caliper ceasing

Fail 16 Feb 2019 87,244 miles

Nearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake caliper ceasing

Pass 24 Feb 2018 81,175 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2017 73,414 miles

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 29 Feb 2016 64,469 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2016 64,469 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 63,827 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2015 63,827 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 11 Mar 2014 57,104 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2014 57,102 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Mar 2013 55,326 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 53,383 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 48,537 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 42,381 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 36,018 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2009 36,017 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Pass 18 Feb 2008 29,564 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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LX05 XFE is a 2005 Audi A4 in Blue with a 2,393cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LX05 XFE, 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 XFE registered?

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

Is LX05 XFE safe to buy?

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