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NG05 RRU

2005 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2020
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

168,130 mi
Last recorded168,130 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG05 RRU
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2019 168,130 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 12 Jul 2018 145,711 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2018 145,711 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))

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

Pass 6 Jul 2017 138,428 miles

both front tyres slight wear inner edges

Fail 6 Jul 2017 138,428 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

both front tyres slight wear inner edges

Pass 20 Jul 2016 133,007 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2016 132,987 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 127,809 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 121,591 miles

drivers' window inoperative

Fail 3 Jun 2014 121,591 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)

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

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

drivers' window inoperative

Fail 31 May 2013 110,677 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 May 2013 110,677 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 97,745 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 29 May 2012 97,745 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 1 Jun 2011 85,279 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n/s front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 1 Jun 2011 85,279 miles

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

n/s front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 5 Aug 2009 65,429 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 57,626 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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NG05 RRU is a 2005 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 NG05 RRU, 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 NG05 RRU registered?

NG05 RRU is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is NG05 RRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NG05 RRU shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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