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MM05 ZBJ

2005 Audi A4

Black Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

148,050 mi
Last recorded148,050 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM05 ZBJ
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2026 148,050 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2025 142,238 miles

Boot lid can not be opened

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner (both) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 137,525 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2024 137,500 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2023 129,338 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2023 129,338 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 122,400 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm 215/55r1693y (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 14 Sep 2022 122,400 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm 215/55r1693y (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 116,546 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2020 115,534 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2019 114,720 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 108,795 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 20 Aug 2018 108,734 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 102,472 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 98,215 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 93,571 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 87,472 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)

Fail 18 Aug 2014 87,472 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 83,847 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 77,504 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2012 77,473 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2011 67,246 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2011 66,963 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Jul 2010 58,710 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 56,999 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2008 45,060 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 ZBJ is a 2005 Audi A4 in Black with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ZBJ, 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 ZBJ registered?

MM05 ZBJ is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 18 July 2005.

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