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AV56 DMF

2006 Audi A3

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

154,324 mi
Last recorded154,324 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Audi A393,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV56 DMF
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 154,324 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Jan 2025 144,492 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2023 144,140 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

emits white smokes slightly when cold

Pass 26 Nov 2022 132,001 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2021 127,295 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2021 127,295 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Nov 2020 121,901 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2019 114,231 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 108,315 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 104,012 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 96,018 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 87,011 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 79,743 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 74,108 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 61,712 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2011 46,902 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 33,620 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 26,141 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2009 26,118 miles

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

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

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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AV56 DMF is a 2006 Audi A3 in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 AV56 DMF, 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 AV56 DMF registered?

AV56 DMF is a 2006 Audi A3, first registered on 31 October 2006.

Is AV56 DMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV56 DMF shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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