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EC53 DGS

2006 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

145,112 mi
Last recorded145,112 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2024
Typical for 2006 Audi A495,954 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEC53 DGS
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2024 145,112 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 139,314 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 134,823 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2021 128,193 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2021 128,193 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Nov 2020 117,540 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 116,112 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 115,413 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 113,295 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 112,642 miles

both rear tyres worn on edge

Pass 9 Oct 2015 109,674 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 94,231 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 92,438 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 88,504 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 84,143 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 70,652 miles

offside front tyre wworn on inneredge

Pass 22 Jun 2010 46,532 miles

cut in offside rear tyre outer side wall but not exposing cords

emgine management light is on the dashboard

two child seats fitted not allowing full inspection of adult seat belt

Pass 22 Apr 2009 24,982 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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EC53 DGS is a 2006 Audi A4 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 EC53 DGS, 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 EC53 DGS registered?

EC53 DGS is a 2006 Audi A4, first registered on 28 April 2006.

Is EC53 DGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for EC53 DGS shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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