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MT56 EFG

2006 Audi A4

Silver Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

137,526 mi
Last recorded137,526 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Audi A495,954 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT56 EFG
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 137,526 miles

Front Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Front Both (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

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

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2025 134,478 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2025 134,478 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jun 2024 131,772 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2024 131,765 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2022 128,403 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2021 121,317 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2020 115,368 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 108,764 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2018 102,403 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 90,853 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 79,404 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 25 Jan 2016 79,403 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

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

under trays fitted

Pass 3 Feb 2015 70,184 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 65,695 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)

Pass 29 Jan 2013 56,879 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

offside front tyre has kerb damage outer sidewall (not showing canvas)

Pass 6 Feb 2012 49,221 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 40,281 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 32,268 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 3 Dec 2009 32,246 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 EFG is a 2006 Audi A4 in Silver with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 EFG, 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 EFG registered?

MT56 EFG is a 2006 Audi A4, first registered on 7 December 2006.

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