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MD05 DFY

2005 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

120,232 mi
Last recorded120,232 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2020
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD05 DFY
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2020 120,232 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 109,838 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Central Exhaust outer skin deteriorated but not leaking gases

Central Exhaust sleeve clamp corroded/broken

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 104,095 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2018 104,095 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

plastic under covers preventing full inspection

Pass 15 Aug 2017 98,019 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 90,890 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 82,326 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2015 82,326 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 76,033 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 69,028 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 60,950 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 50,840 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 41,474 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 41,381 miles

sills have covers fitted

underside of car has covers fitted

Pass 14 Jul 2009 34,264 miles

oil level below minimum.1.0ltr shc oil required

Fail 14 Jul 2009 34,264 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

oil level below minimum.1.0ltr shc oil required

Pass 22 Jul 2008 25,774 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2008 25,774 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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MD05 DFY is a 2005 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 MD05 DFY, 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 MD05 DFY registered?

MD05 DFY is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 27 July 2005.

Is MD05 DFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for MD05 DFY shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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