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R5 XBW

2006 Audi RS4

Grey Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

141,438 mi
Last recorded141,438 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Audi RS469,632 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR5 XBW
MakeAudi
ModelRS4
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 141,438 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jan 2025 138,726 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2024 133,901 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bushes x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner Bush’s x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 113,548 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 91,159 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2020 64,475 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 64,321 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2018 62,945 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 60,466 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 57,700 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 57,032 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 53,922 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 51,784 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 48,329 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

brake pad wear warning lamp on dash illuminated

Pass 20 Jun 2011 38,661 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 22 Jun 2010 34,883 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 34,883 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 29,948 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

How Reliable is the Audi RS4?

Based on 23,377 MOT tests across 1,729 vehicles.

85.2%
Pass Rate
4,183
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
1,729
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 272
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 201
Headlamp cleaning device inoperative 100
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 97
coil spring broken 94
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R5 XBW is a 2006 Audi RS4 in Grey with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2006 Audi RS4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 69,632 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi RS4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 272 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R5 XBW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi RS4 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 20 years old, this Audi RS4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R5 XBW registered?

R5 XBW is a 2006 Audi RS4, first registered on 10 June 2006.

Is R5 XBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R5 XBW shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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