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SD05 AEA

2005 Audi A2

Silver Diesel 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

53,233 mi
Last recorded53,233 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Audi A283,012 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD05 AEA
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 53,233 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 24 Jul 2024 53,077 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 52,942 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 52,871 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 52,761 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 52,607 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2020 52,599 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure three splits inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Apr 2019 52,412 miles

Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 3 May 2018 51,495 miles

Central Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Fail 27 Apr 2018 51,480 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Central Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Pass 5 May 2017 51,139 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2016 50,512 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 49,231 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2014 46,001 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2014 46,001 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2013 43,368 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 41,600 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 41,354 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 39,954 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 37,470 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 36,232 miles

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

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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SD05 AEA is a 2005 Audi A2 in Silver with a 1,390cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SD05 AEA, 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

How do I check the history of SD05 AEA?

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What year was SD05 AEA registered?

SD05 AEA is a 2005 Audi A2, first registered on 18 March 2005.

Is SD05 AEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD05 AEA shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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