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NC05 XZX

2005 Audi A4

Silver Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

66,473 mi
Last recorded66,473 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC05 XZX
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 66,473 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

underbody covers fitted

Fail 13 Jan 2026 66,467 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

underbody covers fitted

Pass 17 Jan 2025 64,632 miles

Advise n/s/f tyre tread scrubbed

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

Pass 19 Jan 2024 62,227 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2024 62,226 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2023 60,210 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2023 60,208 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 15 Nov 2021 57,226 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2020 53,967 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2019 513,309 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 47,944 miles

both rear tyres at 2.8 mm limit 1.6mm

Pass 6 Aug 2015 44,433 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 33,344 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Aug 2013 33,421 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2013 33,221 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Fail 12 Jul 2013 33,208 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 31 May 2012 27,092 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 25,217 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 21,445 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 17,535 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 13,239 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Fail 16 Jun 2008 13,239 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

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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NC05 XZX is a 2005 Audi A4 in Silver with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 NC05 XZX, 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 NC05 XZX registered?

NC05 XZX is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 29 June 2005.

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