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OV56 RVL

2006 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2023
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

242,493 mi
Last recorded242,493 miles
Recorded on28 May 2022
Typical for 2006 Audi A495,954 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV56 RVL
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 May 2022 242,493 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

engine malfunction indicator lamp illuminated

Fail 28 May 2022 242,491 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit of 1.5 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible tape on plate (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

engine malfunction indicator lamp illuminated

Pass 24 Sep 2020 242,186 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2020 242,186 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2016 234,752 miles

Fly-wheel noisy and vibrating.

Pass 5 Aug 2015 221,170 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2015 221,170 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2014 205,775 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2014 205,775 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 189,344 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 16 Aug 2013 189,339 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Sep 2012 173,938 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2011 161,180 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 1 Nov 2011 161,180 miles

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Oct 2010 144,116 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2010 144,116 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Oct 2009 114,622 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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OV56 RVL is a 2006 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 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 OV56 RVL, 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 OV56 RVL registered?

OV56 RVL is a 2006 Audi A4, first registered on 25 October 2006.

Is OV56 RVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV56 RVL shows 17 tests with a 58.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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