2005 Audi A4 2.0L Diesel · JON 316W
2005 Audi A4 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 10 Nov 2005. Recorded mileage 189,693 miles. MOT valid until 03 May 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- AUDI A4
- Year / Origin
- 2005
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 189,693 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.
JON 316W Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 22/04/2026
- 189,693 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
JON 316W MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Audi A4 (JON 316W) between April 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 22 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (15 issues), Suspension (7 issues), Tyres (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 36 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 Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”.
JON 316W Mileage History
- 16/04/2024185,102 mi
- 16/04/2024185,102 mi
- 31/03/2025187,364 mi+2,262 mi
- 11/04/2025187,481 mi+117 mi
- 22/04/2026189,693 mi+2,212 mi
Average of roughly 2,279 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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.
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