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AE05 YWH

2005 Audi A4

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

147,392 mi
Last recorded147,392 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 Audi A497,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 YWH
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2023 147,392 miles

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jul 2022 140,689 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Jul 2022 140,585 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Hand Brake only just in Limit,

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

Pass 19 Jul 2021 129,707 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2020 123,134 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Nov 2018 109,060 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 100,220 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components.

Exhaust emission limit only just met.

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Suspension Arm. (2.4.G.2)

Rear Handbrake efficiency only just met.

Fail 17 Nov 2017 100,156 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components.

Exhaust emission limit only just met.

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Suspension Arm. (2.4.G.2)

Rear Handbrake efficiency only just met.

Pass 18 Nov 2016 87,956 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 22 Oct 2015 79,433 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear tyre is starting to split

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear tyre is starting to split

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

covers fitted

hubcaps fitted

Pass 23 Oct 2014 68,239 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 63,886 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 59,459 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 53,448 miles

all front upper suspension arm bushes are starting to split

Pass 5 Mar 2011 1,602 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 39,046 miles

rear tyres low on edges

slight wear front discs

Pass 7 Mar 2009 32,265 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 25,484 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 YWH is a 2005 Audi A4 in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YWH, 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.

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AE05 YWH is a 2005 Audi A4, first registered on 10 March 2005.

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