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OE05 XNU

2005 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

173,419 mi
Last recorded173,419 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE05 XNU
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2017 173,419 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Note: Engine oil leak.

Note: Under-trays fitted obscuring various underside components.

Pass 29 Feb 2016 170,411 miles

childs seat fitted to rear offside seat belt

Fail 29 Feb 2016 170,410 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

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

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Rear passenger door does not latch securely closed boot lid (6.2.B.1a)

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

childs seat fitted to rear offside seat belt

Pass 3 Mar 2015 159,366 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2014 142,424 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 125,664 miles

Nut missing from turbo flange

Fail 25 Jan 2013 125,662 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nut missing from turbo flange

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Jan 2012 109,422 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 93,242 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2010 93,240 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2009 74,383 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 70,000 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 65,162 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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OE05 XNU is a 2005 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 OE05 XNU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OE05 XNU registered?

OE05 XNU is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 18 July 2005.

Is OE05 XNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE05 XNU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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