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AE05 XVZ

2005 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 3197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

85,116 mi
Last recorded85,116 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 XVZ
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,197cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 85,116 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2025 85,116 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 6 Dec 2024 71,295 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Dec 2024 71,294 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cracking exposing cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Dec 2023 66,253 miles

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

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

front and rear discs rusty through standing but pass brake roller test

Pass 15 Dec 2022 66,242 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 66,208 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2020 66,179 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2020 66,179 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2019 66,158 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2018 66,067 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2018 66,067 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended unable to fasten seat belt due to incorrect installation (7.1.2 (c))

Pass 21 Dec 2017 65,816 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 65,569 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 65,355 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2014 63,880 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 19 Dec 2014 63,880 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 61,651 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 59,309 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2011 56,546 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 50,515 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 43,631 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 36,228 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A4?

Based on 7,096,957 MOT tests across 571,801 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
7,591
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
571,801
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 231,238
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 97,478
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 97,376
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 84,223
Registration plate lamp not working 78,638
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AE05 XVZ is a 2005 Audi A4 in Grey with a 3,197cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2005 Audi A4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 97,860 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 231,238 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE05 XVZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A4 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 21 years old, this Audi A4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AE05 XVZ?

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What year was AE05 XVZ registered?

AE05 XVZ is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 21 March 2005.

Is AE05 XVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE05 XVZ shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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