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DF56 LMU

2006 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

197,887 mi
Last recorded197,887 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2024
Typical for 2006 Audi A495,954 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF56 LMU
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2024 197,887 miles

Brake pad warning light on

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

Fail 29 Mar 2024 197,887 miles

Brake pad warning light on

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Pass 22 Mar 2023 186,187 miles

Brake pad warning light on

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

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

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

Fail 22 Mar 2023 186,187 miles

Brake pad warning light on

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2022 180,012 miles

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

Fail 24 Mar 2022 180,012 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Mar 2021 166,818 miles

Central Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Corrosion Noted to Rear Sub-frame / Suspension Arms

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing On Inside (5.2.3 (e))

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened OSF / NSF (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OSR / NSR (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 24 Mar 2020 162,446 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge wearing slightly (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 149,578 miles

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

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

both front shock absorbers have signs of a previous leak

reversing lamps not working

Pass 13 Mar 2018 124,382 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

nearside undertray missing fixings & loose but secured by cable ties

undertrays & engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 6 Mar 2017 101,745 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 79,548 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 76,993 miles

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Fail 27 Apr 2015 76,993 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 24 Oct 2013 60,390 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 55,247 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 49,162 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 41,719 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 41,719 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 32,251 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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DF56 LMU is a 2006 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DF56 LMU, 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 DF56 LMU registered?

DF56 LMU is a 2006 Audi A4, first registered on 10 November 2006.

Is DF56 LMU safe to buy?

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