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SW54 LMV

2005 Audi A2

Blue Diesel 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2022
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

125,291 mi
Last recorded125,291 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 Audi A283,012 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW54 LMV
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2021 125,291 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2021 125,290 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective flap not opening (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure also bald inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Sep 2020 121,336 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front back plate corroded

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 8 Sep 2020 121,336 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front back plate corroded

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 116,887 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2019 116,836 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 110,627 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2018 110,627 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 102,560 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 30 Aug 2017 102,560 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 93,977 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2015 84,670 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 84,670 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 78,570 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 May 2013 75,154 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2012 71,229 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 71,229 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 64,179 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 64,118 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

drivers door checkstrap insecure

Fail 5 Apr 2011 63,452 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

drivers door check strap insecure

nearside handbrake cable corroded

oil leak from turbo area

Pass 5 Mar 2010 55,590 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 42,394 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 30,187 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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SW54 LMV is a 2005 Audi A2 in Blue with a 1,390cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

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 SW54 LMV, 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.

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What year was SW54 LMV registered?

SW54 LMV is a 2005 Audi A2, first registered on 31 January 2005.

Is SW54 LMV safe to buy?

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