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SF05 XGM

2005 Audi Tt

Red Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

151,794 mi
Last recorded151,794 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Audi Tt72,237 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF05 XGM
MakeAudi
ModelTt
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 151,794 miles
Fail 14 May 2025 151,779 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 May 2024 146,073 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2024 145,947 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

clutch slipping

Pass 27 Mar 2023 140,721 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Apr 2022 137,562 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 135,878 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 132,050 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2019 132,050 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 2 Apr 2018 129,716 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 127,664 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2017 127,664 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 123,202 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 122,206 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2015 122,206 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 109,116 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2014 109,116 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 96,941 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2013 96,941 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 83,878 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 70,350 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 70,349 miles

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

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 57,137 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 57,137 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Jul 2009 42,651 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 30,111 miles

How Reliable is the Audi Tt?

Based on 2,336,395 MOT tests across 161,515 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
4,869
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
161,515
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59,061
position lamp(s) not working 54,144
coil spring broken 21,869
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 16,796
Registration plate lamp not working 16,355
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SF05 XGM is a 2005 Audi Tt in Red with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

Across all 2005 Audi Tt models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 72,237 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 Tt fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 59,061 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SF05 XGM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi Tt typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 21 years old, this Audi Tt is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SF05 XGM registered?

SF05 XGM is a 2005 Audi Tt, first registered on 8 July 2005.

Is SF05 XGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF05 XGM shows 26 tests with a 65.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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