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YX55 VTO

2005 Audi A2

Grey Diesel 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

122,643 mi
Last recorded122,643 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Audi A283,012 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX55 VTO
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 122,643 miles
Pass 29 May 2025 120,351 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 117,993 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 115,624 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 113,139 miles

EML illuminated

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 31 Oct 2022 113,139 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

EML illuminated

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded on axle (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Oct 2021 109,242 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2021 109,242 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 106,024 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 99,120 miles

E/M/L light on ,but vehicle emissions passed

Fail 17 Oct 2019 99,120 miles

E/M/L light on ,but vehicle emissions passed

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Oct 2018 93,284 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2018 93,284 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Oct 2017 87,859 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2017 87,859 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Nov 2016 83,834 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2016 83,690 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 75,619 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2015 75,619 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 67,812 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2014 67,812 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Sep 2013 59,441 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 51,368 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 37,583 miles

nsf tyre approx 3mm

slight saw tooth and cracking on rear tyres

Pass 25 Aug 2010 31,867 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 26,074 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 20,615 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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YX55 VTO is a 2005 Audi A2 in Grey with a 1,390cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

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 YX55 VTO, 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 YX55 VTO registered?

YX55 VTO is a 2005 Audi A2, first registered on 5 September 2005.

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