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AV56 DHA

2006 Audi A4

Blue Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

146,971 mi
Last recorded146,971 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2024
Typical for 2006 Audi A495,954 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV56 DHA
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2024 146,971 miles

All underbody covers fitted

Pass 24 Aug 2023 142,306 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Aug 2022 134,475 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm & inner edge wear (235 40 18) (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear tyre starting to go out of shape

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

Fail 24 Aug 2022 134,475 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm & inner edge wear (235 40 18) (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear tyre starting to go out of shape

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 25 Aug 2021 130,560 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Misting. (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre inner edge wear.

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished and cracked, and edge wear. 235/40/18. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All top suspension arms inner bushes perished and cracked. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both perished and cracked. (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 126,336 miles

Nearside Front tyre edge wear

Nearside Rear tyre going out of shape

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 120,848 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 23 Aug 2019 120,845 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 113,820 miles

Engine cover and under tray fitted obscuring some components.

Pass 29 Aug 2017 106,180 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted to vehicle

Pass 20 Aug 2016 101,262 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 91,618 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 81,695 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2014 81,695 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 73,278 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 62,295 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2012 62,294 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 53,368 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2011 53,368 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 43,659 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2009 34,458 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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AV56 DHA is a 2006 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AV56 DHA, 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 AV56 DHA registered?

AV56 DHA is a 2006 Audi A4, first registered on 1 September 2006.

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