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FY56 VLZ

2006 Audi A4

Blue Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

144,915 mi
Last recorded144,915 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2022
Typical for 2006 Audi A495,954 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY56 VLZ
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2022 144,915 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 136,102 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2022 136,099 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 126,085 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 113,754 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2019 113,752 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2018 106,401 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 95,128 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 82,203 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 64,320 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 2 Oct 2014 59,904 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 54,246 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 49,050 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2012 49,050 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 43,258 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 36,116 miles

n/s/f tyre has a slight bulge on sidewall?

Pass 9 Sep 2009 27,737 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2009 27,737 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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FY56 VLZ is a 2006 Audi A4 in Blue with a 2,967cc 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 FY56 VLZ, 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 FY56 VLZ registered?

FY56 VLZ is a 2006 Audi A4, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is FY56 VLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY56 VLZ 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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