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YX05 XST

2005 Audi A2

Blue Diesel 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

149,128 mi
Last recorded149,128 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Audi A283,012 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX05 XST
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2020 149,128 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

parking brake little reserve travel

Pass 1 Jul 2019 146,573 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 144,649 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 142,746 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on the inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component rack end (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on the inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)

Offside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component rack end (2.3.3b)

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

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

front tyres wearing uneven(tracking??)

Fail 21 Apr 2017 142,746 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on the inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component rack end (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on the inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)

Offside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component rack end (2.3.3b)

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

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

front tyres wearing uneven(tracking??)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 132,429 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2016 132,428 miles

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

Rear Fuel system component leaking filter (7.2.3)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 126,136 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 123,877 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Apr 2014 123,873 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Apr 2013 115,287 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

wiper blade has poor performance

Fail 29 Apr 2013 115,286 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

wiper blade has poor performance

Pass 19 Apr 2012 104,607 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Apr 2012 104,606 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Apr 2011 99,799 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2010 94,568 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2009 81,999 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 64,437 miles

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

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

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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YX05 XST is a 2005 Audi A2 in Blue with a 1,390cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 YX05 XST, 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 YX05 XST registered?

YX05 XST is a 2005 Audi A2, first registered on 24 March 2005.

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