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ST56 RST

2006 Audi RS4

Black Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

82,288 mi
Last recorded82,288 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Audi RS469,632 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST56 RST
MakeAudi
ModelRS4
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 82,288 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2025 80,741 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2025 80,741 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2024 78,503 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2024 78,503 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Pass 28 Mar 2023 76,625 miles

front tyres are dated 2011 = 12 years old

rear tyres are dated 2007 = 16 years old

Fail 27 Mar 2023 76,625 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

front tyres are dated 2011 = 12 years old

rear tyres are dated 2007 = 16 years old

Pass 29 Mar 2022 73,805 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

suspension pipework badly corroded

Pass 16 Oct 2020 71,821 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 70,280 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 68,196 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2019 68,176 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 65,918 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 63,616 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 9 Oct 2015 61,534 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 58,914 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2013 56,800 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 55,257 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 52,482 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 46,593 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 39,128 miles

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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ST56 RST is a 2006 Audi RS4 in Black with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ST56 RST, 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 ST56 RST registered?

ST56 RST is a 2006 Audi RS4, first registered on 10 November 2006.

Is ST56 RST safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST56 RST 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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