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SH05 ZVO

2005 Audi A2

Silver Diesel 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

132,919 mi
Last recorded132,919 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Audi A283,012 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH05 ZVO
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 132,919 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 123,989 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 118,500 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 112,415 miles

Nearside headlight or adjuster faulty requires attention

rear exhaust heatsheild loose requires attention

Fail 9 Apr 2022 112,415 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside headlight or adjuster faulty requires attention

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

rear exhaust heatsheild loose requires attention

Pass 15 Apr 2021 106,912 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 105,111 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 99,136 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2018 99,136 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 30 Mar 2017 93,758 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2017 93,758 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 84,457 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 75,608 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 67,079 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 59,666 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 53,193 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 45,891 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2010 39,459 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2009 33,806 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 23 May 2008 26,229 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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SH05 ZVO is a 2005 Audi A2 in Silver with a 1,390cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 SH05 ZVO, 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 SH05 ZVO registered?

SH05 ZVO is a 2005 Audi A2, first registered on 13 May 2005.

Is SH05 ZVO safe to buy?

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