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GP56 BYL

2006 Audi A4

Red Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

157,949 mi
Last recorded157,949 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2018
Typical for 2006 Audi A495,954 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP56 BYL
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2018 157,949 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 26 Apr 2018 157,949 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) obscured more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 May 2017 146,907 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 142,924 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2016 142,923 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 9 Jul 2015 137,535 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2015 137,534 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 1 Jul 2014 129,527 miles

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

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

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

Fail 1 Jul 2014 129,525 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2013 121,134 miles

both rear tyres badly worn on edges

Pass 19 Jun 2012 114,839 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2011 105,785 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2010 95,250 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 80,575 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2009 80,575 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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GP56 BYL is a 2006 Audi A4 in Red with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 GP56 BYL, 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 GP56 BYL registered?

GP56 BYL is a 2006 Audi A4, first registered on 24 November 2006.

Is GP56 BYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP56 BYL shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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