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LY55 AEK

2005 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

164,315 mi
Last recorded164,315 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2021
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY55 AEK
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2021 164,315 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both offside and nearside front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both offside and nearside front lower (5.3.2 (c))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both offside and nearside front upper inner most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both offside and nearside rear spring mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Oct 2021 164,261 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both offside and nearside front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both offside and nearside front lower (5.3.2 (c))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both offside and nearside front upper inner most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both offside and nearside rear spring mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 159,763 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both offside and nearside front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 20 Oct 2020 159,693 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear most (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both offside and nearside inner (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both offside and nearside front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Apr 2019 149,372 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2018 142,222 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 135,106 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 135,106 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 7 Apr 2017 135,106 miles

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

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both side (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 121,870 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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 108,336 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2014 94,539 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 84,179 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2013 84,013 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 73,841 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s front tyre worn on inner edge.

Pass 20 Apr 2011 65,211 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

noisy os/s front wheel bearing

Pass 22 Apr 2010 56,552 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Apr 2009 48,129 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Sep 2008 41,767 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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LY55 AEK is a 2005 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 LY55 AEK, 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 LY55 AEK registered?

LY55 AEK is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 12 December 2005.

Is LY55 AEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY55 AEK shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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