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RJ56 AEB

2006 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

68,825 mi
Last recorded68,825 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Audi A393,947 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ56 AEB
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 68,825 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2024 66,614 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 63,917 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 60,999 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 57,979 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 56,326 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 54,707 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2019 54,707 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2018 52,095 miles

Nearside Front Outer cv boot seaping grease

Offside Front Outer cv boot seaping grease

Fail 26 Oct 2018 52,095 miles

Nearside Front Outer cv boot seaping grease

Offside Front Outer cv boot seaping grease

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 49,010 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2017 49,010 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Oct 2016 44,179 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 40,878 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 38,230 miles

All 4 tyres low

Child seats fitted to nearside and offside rear seats not allowing full inspection of adult belts

Pass 30 Oct 2013 35,590 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 31,059 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Oct 2011 28,281 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 1 Nov 2010 25,569 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 21,632 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2009 21,632 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

How Reliable is the Audi A3?

Based on 7,415,025 MOT tests across 593,922 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
7,083
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
593,922
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 173,142
Stop lamp not working 65,421
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 58,420
Registration plate lamp not working 52,417
coil spring broken 45,761
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RJ56 AEB is a 2006 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2006 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 93,947 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 173,142 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RJ56 AEB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A3 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 20 years old, this Audi A3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RJ56 AEB registered?

RJ56 AEB is a 2006 Audi A3, first registered on 11 November 2006.

Is RJ56 AEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ56 AEB shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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