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YG05 AAU

2005 Audi A2

Blue Diesel 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

128,661 mi
Last recorded128,661 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Audi A283,012 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG05 AAU
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 128,661 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 127,706 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2022 125,805 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2021 125,126 miles

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

Fail 17 Jul 2021 125,126 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Pass 17 Jul 2020 123,905 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 122,195 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 119,118 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 115,992 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2017 115,992 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 114,065 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 110,347 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2015 110,347 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 104,733 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 104,076 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2014 104,076 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 23 Mar 2013 100,183 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2013 100,183 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Mar 2012 87,808 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2011 78,030 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both rear bump stops worn

n/s rear tyre worn on the inside

Pass 24 Feb 2010 70,279 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2009 56,065 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2009 56,065 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2008 43,846 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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YG05 AAU is a 2005 Audi A2 in Blue with a 1,390cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YG05 AAU, 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 YG05 AAU registered?

YG05 AAU is a 2005 Audi A2, first registered on 8 March 2005.

Is YG05 AAU safe to buy?

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