2005 Audi A4 2.0L Diesel · DX55 VKB
2005 Audi A4 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 28 Sept 2005. Recorded mileage 225,864 miles. MOT valid until 08 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- AUDI A4
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 225,864 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial 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.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
DX55 VKB Key Findings
- 23 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 26/02/2026
- 225,864 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DX55 VKB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
23 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Audi A4 (DX55 VKB) between September 2008 and February 2026.
The record contains 17 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 26 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (24 issues), Brakes (21 issues), Suspension (18 issues), Steering (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 73 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
DX55 VKB Mileage History
- 20/09/200830,220 mi
- 01/09/200941,582 mi+11,362 mi
- 22/09/201055,939 mi+14,357 mi
- 15/08/201162,539 mi+6,600 mi
- 21/01/201391,105 mi+28,566 mi
- 17/01/2014111,698 mi+20,593 mi
- 12/11/2014131,060 mi+19,362 mi
- 25/11/2015140,709 mi+9,649 mi
- 06/12/2016149,561 mi+8,852 mi
- 31/03/2017152,561 mi+3,000 mi
- 30/11/2018158,465 mi+5,904 mi
- 30/11/2018158,465 mi
- 11/12/2019170,915 mi+12,450 mi
- 23/02/2021177,944 mi+7,029 mi
- 03/03/2021177,947 mi+3 mi
- 02/03/2022186,994 mi+9,047 mi
- 02/03/2022186,994 mi
- 01/03/2023201,614 mi+14,620 mi
- 09/03/2023201,624 mi+10 mi
- 07/03/2024211,565 mi+9,941 mi
- 22/02/2025218,600 mi+7,035 mi
- 26/02/2026225,864 mi+7,264 mi
- 26/02/2026225,864 mi
Average of roughly 11,221 miles per year across 23 recorded odometer readings.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (DX55 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as DX55VKB.
ISUZU
TF
LAND ROVER
DEFENDER
LAND ROVER
DEFENDER
LAND ROVER
DEFENDER
KAWASAKI
ZR 1000 A3H
YAMAHA
R1
SUZUKI
GSX1300R
APRILIA
RSV
SUZUKI
GSX1400
SUZUKI
GSX600
SUZUKI
GSXR1000
SUZUKI
DL1000
AUDI A4 Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2005 model year cars.
Regional DVLA Registration Directory
Vehicles and registration batches issued by regional DVLA offices across the UK.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.