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MF55 LHO

2005 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

136,640 mi
Last recorded136,640 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF55 LHO
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 136,640 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 15 Aug 2025 133,763 miles

Central Front Fluid leak, but not excessive evidence of oil based liquid seeping through under shield - further investigation advisable (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Aug 2025 133,763 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective frosted (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Central Front Fluid leak, but not excessive evidence of oil based liquid seeping through under shield - further investigation advisable (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2024 131,121 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 12 Aug 2023 127,379 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 12 Aug 2022 124,529 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 10 Aug 2021 122,778 miles

Engine cover/undertray fitted obscuring view of some components

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

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

Fail 10 Aug 2021 122,773 miles

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

Engine cover/undertray fitted obscuring view of some components

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2020 122,444 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm inner bush play,advise (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and surrounding suspension components corroded,advise (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Aug 2020 122,443 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm inner bush play,advise (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and surrounding suspension components corroded,advise (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 117,740 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2019 117,730 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 108,953 miles

undercover fitted

Pass 30 Aug 2017 101,554 miles

Rear Both rear brake flexi hoses starting to split.

Fail 29 Aug 2017 101,554 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault Abs/Esc waring light illuminated. (3.4.1c)

Rear Both rear brake flexi hoses starting to split.

Pass 24 Aug 2016 94,680 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Aug 2015 87,404 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Aug 2014 81,200 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 75,848 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Aug 2012 69,835 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 58,709 miles

Oil level low

Pass 23 Aug 2010 49,455 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 39,650 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 32,918 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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MF55 LHO is a 2005 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 MF55 LHO, 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 MF55 LHO registered?

MF55 LHO is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 9 September 2005.

Is MF55 LHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF55 LHO shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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