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MT56 AFY

2006 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

181,438 mi
Last recorded181,438 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2025
Typical for 2006 Audi A495,954 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT56 AFY
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2025 181,438 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front and rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Feb 2024 175,063 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2023 167,464 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2022 159,395 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Oct 2019 154,365 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 149,021 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 139,500 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2014 118,534 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 25 Jun 2014 118,534 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 26 Jun 2013 108,955 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 108,955 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2012 99,640 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jul 2011 88,072 miles

rear brakes discs worn

Pass 22 Jun 2010 71,997 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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MT56 AFY is a 2006 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 MT56 AFY, 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 MT56 AFY registered?

MT56 AFY is a 2006 Audi A4, first registered on 21 November 2006.

Is MT56 AFY safe to buy?

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