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NU05 KBF

2005 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2023
Tests24 (14 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

229,532 mi
Last recorded229,532 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2022
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU05 KBF
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

14 pass 10 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2022 229,532 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Wing panel damaged

Fail 8 Feb 2022 229,529 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Wing panel damaged

Fail 18 Nov 2021 229,296 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 Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted Incorrect brake pad (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fluid leak, but not excessive Coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 222,572 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2020 222,572 miles

Nearside Front Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 19 Nov 2019 216,447 miles

slight travel on brake pedal

Pass 19 Nov 2018 208,783 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Exhaust centre box corroded

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Flexi hose (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre Nail in outer shoulder, tyre also has outer sidewall damage ()

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Flexi hose (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 12 Nov 2018 208,711 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both sides (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Exhaust centre box corroded

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Flexi hose (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre Nail in outer shoulder, tyre also has outer sidewall damage ()

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Flexi hose (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2017 202,324 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front arm (2.4.G.2)

Fail 17 Nov 2017 202,324 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front arm (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 196,207 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 192,424 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 173,802 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2013 158,968 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2013 158,968 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 148,330 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2012 148,270 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Fail 29 Jul 2011 134,884 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2011 134,884 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 117,965 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2009 100,737 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2009 100,737 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2008 89,314 miles
Fail 1 May 2008 89,314 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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NU05 KBF is a 2005 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 NU05 KBF, 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 NU05 KBF registered?

NU05 KBF is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 11 March 2005.

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