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OV55 VTE

2005 Audi A4

Blue Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

183,911 mi
Last recorded183,911 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV55 VTE
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2023 183,911 miles

Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both sides lower shock absorber bushes - arm located (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 177,338 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2021 159,729 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2019 150,223 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2019 150,223 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Dec 2018 144,487 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2017 213,800 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 118,976 miles

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

Fail 14 Jan 2017 118,959 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2016 111,508 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 105,219 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 103,489 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 94,641 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 92,674 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 83,860 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 72,293 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2008 60,737 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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OV55 VTE is a 2005 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 OV55 VTE, 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 OV55 VTE registered?

OV55 VTE is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 4 November 2005.

Is OV55 VTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV55 VTE shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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