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AP55 FWD

2006 Audi A4

Beige Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

110,217 mi
Last recorded110,217 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Audi A495,954 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP55 FWD
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2006
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 110,217 miles

Chip on windscreen

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Oct 2025 110,107 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 13 Sep 2024 96,379 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 13 Sep 2024 96,376 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 94,270 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre inner edge slightly worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 92,956 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 89,328 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 85,552 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 82,211 miles

Front upper suspension arm bushes slightly perrished

N/S/F Lower suspension arm bush slightly split

Pass 15 Sep 2017 79,124 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2017 79,124 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 26 Sep 2016 74,154 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre slighty out of shape

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 67,740 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2015 67,740 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 61,616 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 55,830 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 51,161 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 44,451 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 38,980 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 33,051 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008

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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AP55 FWD is a 2006 Audi A4 in Beige with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2006 Audi A4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 95,954 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 AP55 FWD, 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 20 years old, this Audi A4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AP55 FWD registered?

AP55 FWD is a 2006 Audi A4, first registered on 12 January 2006.

Is AP55 FWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP55 FWD shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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