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MJ05 XBG

2005 Audi A4

Blue Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

151,946 mi
Last recorded151,946 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ05 XBG
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2019 151,946 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Sep 2019 151,946 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 30 Nov 2017 140,751 miles

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

Fail 30 Nov 2017 140,751 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 1 Dec 2016 134,684 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement nsf osf (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 126,088 miles

Both upper arm bushes slightly warn

Under trays fitted at time of test

Pass 1 Sep 2014 117,529 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2013 105,548 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2013 105,548 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 97,021 miles

front number plate starting to delaminate

Pass 14 May 2011 90,370 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 77,602 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 65,158 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 55,724 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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MJ05 XBG is a 2005 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 MJ05 XBG, 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 MJ05 XBG registered?

MJ05 XBG is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 13 May 2005.

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