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AU56 VFT

2006 Audi A4

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Oct 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

178,101 mi
Last recorded178,101 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Audi A495,954 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU56 VFT
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 178,101 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2024 176,147 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 174,255 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive Fuel cooler (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Around rear subframe mount points (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

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

Sill covers fitted

Pass 30 Sep 2022 172,665 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 170,900 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 166,562 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 161,676 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 152,789 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 143,682 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 132,493 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 123,235 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2015 123,235 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Jul 2014 109,237 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jul 2013 94,059 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 88,105 miles

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

Fail 10 Jul 2012 87,798 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2011 69,318 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 46,374 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 31,358 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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AU56 VFT is a 2006 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 AU56 VFT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU56 VFT registered?

AU56 VFT is a 2006 Audi A4, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is AU56 VFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU56 VFT shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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