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YR05 RXN

2005 Audi A2

Silver Diesel 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

154,929 mi
Last recorded154,929 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Audi A283,012 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR05 RXN
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 154,929 miles

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

Fail 3 Nov 2025 154,929 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2024 151,384 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 144,347 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 137,492 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2022 137,488 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 128,651 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2020 124,438 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 124,382 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2018 124,382 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 113,609 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 105,525 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 96,067 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2015 96,067 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Apr 2014 86,485 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2014 86,485 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 76,676 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 24 Mar 2012 66,590 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 66,590 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 53,630 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 42,986 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2009 32,256 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 32,256 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 22,435 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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YR05 RXN is a 2005 Audi A2 in Silver with a 1,390cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 YR05 RXN, 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

How do I check the history of YR05 RXN?

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What year was YR05 RXN registered?

YR05 RXN is a 2005 Audi A2, first registered on 14 March 2005.

Is YR05 RXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR05 RXN shows 24 tests with a 70.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YR05 RXN have outstanding finance?

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