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EX56 ZSJ

2006 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

156,805 mi
Last recorded156,805 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2024
Typical for 2006 Audi A495,954 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX56 ZSJ
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2024 156,805 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 8 Jun 2024 156,805 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 153,934 miles

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

Fail 6 Oct 2022 153,934 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Oct 2021 139,716 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2020 129,110 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

oil leak

Pass 6 Apr 2019 120,636 miles

oil leak

Pass 30 Mar 2018 116,292 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 111,329 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 101,337 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 95,303 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2015 95,303 miles

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension retaining device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

Pass 20 Nov 2013 85,885 miles

both front tyres close to limit

Pass 17 Nov 2012 76,999 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Nov 2011 68,187 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Nov 2010 59,750 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2010 59,750 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 48,615 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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EX56 ZSJ is a 2006 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 EX56 ZSJ, 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 EX56 ZSJ registered?

EX56 ZSJ is a 2006 Audi A4, first registered on 8 September 2006.

Is EX56 ZSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX56 ZSJ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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