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GW55 OSJ

2006 Audi A4

Silver Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

145,494 mi
Last recorded145,494 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2017
Typical for 2006 Audi A495,954 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGW55 OSJ
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2017 145,494 miles

Emissions trigger point not met

Front Both tyres have cuts in tread

Screen damaged

Fail 20 Feb 2017 145,488 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Front arm (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Front arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Emissions trigger point not met

Front Both tyres have cuts in tread

Screen damaged

Pass 4 Feb 2016 142,169 miles

front suspension bushes and gaitors perished

unable to view rear coil springs fully

Fail 1 Feb 2016 142,167 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

front suspension bushes and gaitors perished

unable to view rear coil springs fully

Pass 3 Feb 2015 136,057 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 132,386 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Noise heard from front when braking/ - working suspension - unable to produce any excessive play/component wear, Recommend further investigation

Rear - centre & N/S seat belt stalk casings broken

Rear shock absorber dust covers broken/adrift

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Feb 2013 122,158 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2013 122,158 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside 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)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 31 Jan 2012 107,137 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 91,822 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 74,807 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2010 74,807 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Feb 2009 60,123 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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GW55 OSJ is a 2006 Audi A4 in Silver with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 GW55 OSJ, 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 GW55 OSJ registered?

GW55 OSJ is a 2006 Audi A4, first registered on 24 February 2006.

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