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RV05 XOJ

2005 Audi A2

Blue Diesel 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2025
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

66,797 mi
Last recorded66,797 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Audi A283,012 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV05 XOJ
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Fail 18 Jun 2025 66,797 miles

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

Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

rear axle corroded

Pass 24 Jun 2024 66,734 miles

Nearside Body component slightly loose skirt (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jun 2024 66,732 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Body component slightly loose skirt (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2023 66,594 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 17 Jun 2023 66,593 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick deteriorated (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 66,196 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 22 Jun 2022 66,194 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2021 65,748 miles

Nearside Body component slightly loose sill cover broken and some missing (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both nearside and off side (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 23 Jun 2021 65,747 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Body component slightly loose sill cover broken and some missing (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both nearside and off side (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 65,228 miles

Nearside Body component slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 20 Jun 2019 64,101 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2019 64,101 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Pass 14 Jun 2018 62,833 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 13 Jun 2018 62,833 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 60,949 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 59,260 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 56,606 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 53,141 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 48,681 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 43,996 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 38,300 miles

Nearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 34,491 miles

the nearside front tyre is slightly worn on the inside edge

Pass 24 Jun 2009 30,901 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 27,024 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A2?

Based on 380,691 MOT tests across 19,245 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
5,744
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
19,245
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 13,177
Stop lamp not working 6,149
Direction indicator incorrect colour 5,217
coil spring broken 4,787
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,660
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RV05 XOJ is a 2005 Audi A2 in Blue with a 1,390cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

Across all 2005 Audi A2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 83,012 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 A2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 13,177 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RV05 XOJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A2 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 21 years old, this Audi A2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RV05 XOJ registered?

RV05 XOJ is a 2005 Audi A2, first registered on 24 June 2005.

Is RV05 XOJ safe to buy?

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