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DG56 XBS

2006 Audi A4

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

65,778 mi
Last recorded65,778 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2026
Typical for 2006 Audi A495,954 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG56 XBS
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2026 65,778 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 Oct 2025 61,425 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONT TYRES ARE WORN (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened SLIGHT CORROSION ON THE OUTER FACE (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 28 Sep 2024 55,458 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 49,230 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 27 Sep 2023 49,222 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords worn to cords inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 43,101 miles

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

Fail 24 Sep 2022 43,101 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2021 37,612 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2020 33,409 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 29,730 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2019 29,730 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Sep 2018 25,511 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2017 16,710 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2017 16,710 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 26 Sep 2016 13,662 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 13,158 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 12,554 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 11,799 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 11,006 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 9,741 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 8,819 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 7,609 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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DG56 XBS is a 2006 Audi A4 in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 DG56 XBS, 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 DG56 XBS registered?

DG56 XBS is a 2006 Audi A4, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is DG56 XBS safe to buy?

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