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OV05 TGY

2005 Audi A4

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

142,555 mi
Last recorded142,555 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV05 TGY
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 142,555 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2026 142,555 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 Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2025 139,312 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 133,082 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2024 133,033 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2023 127,157 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 122,207 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 116,712 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 24 Mar 2020 112,286 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 106,012 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 29 Mar 2018 100,942 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2018 100,941 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 924,547 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted some components not seen

Pass 30 Mar 2016 83,506 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 74,221 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2015 74,221 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 1 May 2014 64,737 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 54,195 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 48,580 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 44,859 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

offside and nearside rear seat belts not tested

Pass 7 May 2010 44,859 miles

offside and nearside rear seat belts not tested

Pass 5 May 2009 40,485 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 37,181 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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OV05 TGY is a 2005 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 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 OV05 TGY, 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 OV05 TGY registered?

OV05 TGY is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 16 June 2005.

Is OV05 TGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV05 TGY shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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