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DX06 VRM

2006 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2022
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

154,441 mi
Last recorded154,441 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2021
Typical for 2006 Audi A495,954 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX06 VRM
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2021 154,441 miles

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

Fail 30 Sep 2021 154,441 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

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

Pass 31 May 2019 147,971 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 133,924 miles

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

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged ferrule corroded (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Fail 29 May 2018 133,876 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged ferrule corroded (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 May 2017 122,463 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 113,332 miles
Fail 26 May 2016 113,332 miles

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

Fail 2 Jun 2015 105,532 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

mouse chewing wires under bonnet

Pass 2 Jun 2015 105,532 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

mouse chewing wires under bonnet

Pass 30 May 2014 93,790 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

mouse been chewing under bonnet

Pass 31 May 2013 82,035 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 May 2012 71,370 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 25 May 2012 71,370 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 May 2011 62,164 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 26 May 2011 62,164 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 26 May 2010 49,626 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 23 May 2009 37,636 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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DX06 VRM is a 2006 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DX06 VRM, 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 DX06 VRM registered?

DX06 VRM is a 2006 Audi A4, first registered on 13 April 2006.

Is DX06 VRM safe to buy?

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