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LY05 LBV

2005 Audi A4

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

96,544 mi
Last recorded96,544 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY05 LBV
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2023 96,544 miles

Front Tyre's edge wear

Pass 5 Aug 2022 88,138 miles

engine mount vibration on pull away

Fail 5 Aug 2022 88,137 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

engine mount vibration on pull away

Pass 19 Aug 2021 83,879 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 81,990 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Aug 2019 79,031 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2019 79,031 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 75,283 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 72,420 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 68,993 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 64,646 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 59,478 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 55,761 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Aug 2012 52,195 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 47,364 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 41,265 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Fail 13 Aug 2010 41,265 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2009 38,088 miles

front and rear number plate back ground close to fail

Pass 27 Jun 2008 29,644 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 25,019 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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LY05 LBV is a 2005 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 LY05 LBV, 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 LY05 LBV registered?

LY05 LBV is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 20 June 2005.

Is LY05 LBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY05 LBV shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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