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OU05 VLM

2005 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

134,681 mi
Last recorded134,681 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU05 VLM
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2018 134,681 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 128,575 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 122,348 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 117,981 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

oil leakage

Fail 22 Sep 2015 117,981 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

oil leakage

Pass 22 Sep 2014 113,105 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 110,485 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 108,678 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 104,583 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 97,940 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 80,814 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 63,706 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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OU05 VLM is a 2005 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 OU05 VLM, 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 OU05 VLM registered?

OU05 VLM is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 18 May 2005.

Is OU05 VLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU05 VLM shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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