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VX55 PYL

2005 Audi A2

Silver Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

70,443 mi
Last recorded70,443 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Audi A283,012 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX55 PYL
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 70,443 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 66,206 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all tyres worn (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Sep 2023 61,380 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 59,736 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2021 58,458 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 57,195 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2020 57,192 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 55,953 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 54,157 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 52,456 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 51,079 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 49,503 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 48,037 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 47,504 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 46,538 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 14,199 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 42,132 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 35,765 miles

both outer sills covered in plastic trim .

lower engine cover fitted.

n/s/r. brake slightly slow to re-act.

Fail 18 Aug 2009 35,765 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

both outer sills covered in plastic trim .

brake pad warning light on.

lower engine cover fitted.

n/s/r. brake slightly slow to re-act.

Pass 12 Sep 2008 28,524 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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VX55 PYL is a 2005 Audi A2 in Silver with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 VX55 PYL, 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 VX55 PYL registered?

VX55 PYL is a 2005 Audi A2, first registered on 15 September 2005.

Is VX55 PYL safe to buy?

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