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2005 Audi A4 1.9L Diesel · VF55 ADX

VF55 ADX

2005 Audi A4 (1.9L, diesel). First registered 19 Dec 2005. Recorded mileage 195,642 miles. MOT valid until 01 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Dec 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
AUDI A4
Year / Origin
2005 · Worcester
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 01 Jul 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Dec 2026)
Recorded Mileage
195,642 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.9L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

Action Required

Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 01 Jul 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Dec 2026
Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2005
Engine
1896cc
Mechanical Assessment

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This twenty-one-year-old Audi A4 demonstrates an exceptionally clean and stable roadworthiness trend, culminating in a pass on July 3, 2025, at 189,363 miles with zero defects recorded. The historical data reveals an unblemished inspection sheet across the four most recent tests, showing no recurring mechanical failures or persistent advisory notices. Such a pristine record indicates that previous owners addressed required maintenance promptly before submitting the vehicle for statutory testing, successfully avoiding the accumulation of neglected mechanical work or deferred repairs. The vehicle has accumulated 189,363 miles at a steady annual average of roughly 9,000 miles, representing typical utilization for a diesel-engined saloon of this era. The mileage progression shows consistent usage rather than erratic periods of heavy commercial work or prolonged storage, evidenced by intermediate jumps of roughly 6,250 miles between March 2022 and June 2023, followed by increments of 6,345 miles and 5,221 miles leading up to the most recent 2025 test. This regular operational cadence helps prevent the seizure of ancillary components and fluid degradation often associated with standing vehicles, while maintaining predictable wear rates across moving mechanical assemblies. Despite the absence of recent advisory notes on the MOT certificates, prospective buyers must perform a thorough physical inspection of high-wear chassis and drivetrain components inherent to high-mileage platforms of this age. Particular attention should be directed toward the multi-link front suspension arms, rubber subframe bushes, and coil springs, as these components frequently develop play or fatigue despite passing visual emissions and brake efficiency checks. A close examination of the brake discs, calipers, and turbocharged diesel engine ancillaries is also advised to verify that hidden consumable wear matches the cleanliness of the official test record.
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VF55 ADX Key Findings

  • 19 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 01/07/2026
  • 195,642 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 12 defects noted at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

VF55 ADX MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Nov 2026, 11:40
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

19 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Audi A4 (VF55 ADX) between December 2008 and July 2026.

The record contains 18 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 01 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (17 issues), Suspension (12 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Bodywork (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 40 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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ADVISORY

VF55 ADX Mileage History

  1. 17/12/200853,547 mi
  2. 12/04/201065,252 mi+11,705 mi
  3. 09/04/201175,243 mi+9,991 mi
  4. 18/04/201283,946 mi+8,703 mi
  5. 22/04/201395,245 mi+11,299 mi
  6. 03/12/2013159,807 km
  7. 28/11/2014101,278 mi
  8. 02/12/2015170,512 km
  9. 31/12/2016119,770 mi
  10. 31/12/2016119,770 mi
  11. 07/12/2017129,298 mi+9,528 mi
  12. 26/03/2019144,367 mi+15,069 mi
  13. 26/03/2020159,335 mi+14,968 mi
  14. 24/03/2021165,113 mi+5,778 mi
  15. 25/03/2022171,047 mi+5,934 mi
  16. 10/06/2023177,797 mi+6,750 mi
  17. 17/06/2024184,142 mi+6,345 mi
  18. 03/07/2025189,363 mi+5,221 mi
  19. 01/07/2026195,642 mi+6,279 mi

Average of roughly 8,103 miles per year across 19 recorded odometer readings.

Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges
Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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Outstanding recall notice
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