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LY54 SWU

2005 Audi S4

Silver Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,087 mi
Last recorded92,087 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Audi S473,849 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY54 SWU
MakeAudi
ModelS4
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 92,087 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 25 Jul 2025 92,087 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 12 Jul 2024 90,187 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 89,217 miles

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

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 87,659 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Mid silencer and rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

NSF outer CV Boot clips loose but CV boot is still secure

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to split inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2021 87,245 miles

Exhaust system corroded, minor leak from sleeve joint

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge, and splits on inner wall (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Oct 2020 86,227 miles

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

under trays fitted

Pass 7 Nov 2019 85,563 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2018 84,042 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 80,556 miles

plastic covers on floors and engine

Pass 27 Apr 2016 77,920 miles

covers on floors and engine

Fail 6 May 2015 74,592 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 May 2015 74,592 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Mar 2014 70,502 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Mar 2014 70,502 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Apr 2013 65,734 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Mar 2012 59,540 miles

traction control light on

Fail 6 Jul 2011 59,020 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 59,020 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 47,592 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2010 47,592 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jan 2009 40,974 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 32,285 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2008 32,285 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

How Reliable is the Audi S4?

Based on 27,955 MOT tests across 2,040 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
5,153
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
2,040
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 527
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 327
position lamp(s) not working 306
Registration plate lamp not working 203
constant velocity joint gaiter split 193
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LY54 SWU is a 2005 Audi S4 in Silver with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Audi S4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 73,849 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 S4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 527 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LY54 SWU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi S4 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 21 years old, this Audi S4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LY54 SWU registered?

LY54 SWU is a 2005 Audi S4, first registered on 13 January 2005.

Is LY54 SWU safe to buy?

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