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MM05 TYA

2005 Audi A4

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2025
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

176,019 mi
Last recorded176,019 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2024
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM05 TYA
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2024 176,019 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2023 169,520 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2022 270,052 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated weeping grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on wear limit bars (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on wear limit bars (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 166,691 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated weeping (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

bothn headlamps damaged mounts but secure bonnet shut

Fail 1 Oct 2021 166,691 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated weeping (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

bothn headlamps damaged mounts but secure bonnet shut

Pass 8 Oct 2020 165,021 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 3 Sep 2019 161,313 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2018 158,863 miles

Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear dim (4.7.1 (a))

engine cover/ various under trays fitted obscuring some components

exhaust centre section rusty

Pass 28 Sep 2017 146,746 miles

tqwo child seats rear row limiting belt checks

Pass 29 Sep 2016 135,892 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 27 Sep 2016 218,671 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 18 Sep 2015 125,015 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult seatbelt

Pass 18 Sep 2014 114,683 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Sep 2013 104,922 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 93,380 miles

n/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 29 Sep 2012 46,982 miles

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

n/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 22 Sep 2011 82,280 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2010 72,831 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2010 72,823 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Aug 2009 63,391 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2009 63,365 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Jul 2008 50,713 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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MM05 TYA is a 2005 Audi A4 in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 MM05 TYA, 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 MM05 TYA registered?

MM05 TYA is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 20 July 2005.

Is MM05 TYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for MM05 TYA shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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