Official DVLA Record

2006 AUDI A32.0L Petrol

FA51 ALO

Vehicle record for FA51 ALO: 2006 AUDI A3 (Black, Petrol). Mileage: 126,503. MOT: not recorded. Tax: untaxed.

MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 08/12/2025
Tax Status
Unknown
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2006
Engine
1968cc
Mechanical Assessment
The vehicle currently presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent MOT on 9 December 2024 at 126,503 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This indicates the car met all minimum safety and environmental standards at the time of testing. The mileage pattern is atypical for a twenty year old vehicle. Between 27 August 2021 at 123,160 miles and 9 December 2024 at 126,503 miles, the car covered only 3,343 miles over more than three years. This extremely low usage suggests the vehicle has spent significant periods standing. While the overall average of 6,325 miles per year seems normal, the recent stagnation is a specific point of concern. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components that degrade during inactivity. Long periods of standing often lead to seized brake calipers, perished tyre sidewalls, and battery degradation. Check for flat spots on the tyres and ensure the brake discs have not suffered from heavy surface corrosion. Inspect the underbody for structural rust, as low-mileage older vehicles often hide corrosion if they were stored in damp environments. Verify the condition of the rubber suspension bushes and engine mounts, which can crack and harden when not regularly flexed. Given the lack of recorded defects in the MOT history, a manual check of the fluid levels and oil condition is necessary to determine if the car has received regular servicing despite the low mileage.
MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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Live data last synced with DVSA: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
Mechanic's Historical Review
The vehicle currently presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent MOT on 9 December 2024 at 126,503 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This indicates the car met all minimum safety and environmental standards at the time of testing. The mileage pattern is atypical for a twenty year old vehicle. Between 27 August 2021 at 123,160 miles and 9 December 2024 at 126,503 miles, the car covered only 3,343 miles over more than three years. This extremely low usage suggests the vehicle has spent significant periods standing. While the overall average of 6,325 miles per year seems normal, the recent stagnation is a specific point of concern. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components that degrade during inactivity. Long periods of standing often lead to seized brake calipers, perished tyre sidewalls, and battery degradation. Check for flat spots on the tyres and ensure the brake discs have not suffered from heavy surface corrosion. Inspect the underbody for structural rust, as low-mileage older vehicles often hide corrosion if they were stored in damp environments. Verify the condition of the rubber suspension bushes and engine mounts, which can crack and harden when not regularly flexed. Given the lack of recorded defects in the MOT history, a manual check of the fluid levels and oil condition is necessary to determine if the car has received regular servicing despite the low mileage.
MOT Test History Overview

This 2006 Audi A3 (FA51 ALO) has a recorded MOT history spanning from August 2021 to December 2024, with 5 MOT tests on record.

Across its entire MOT history, this Audi has a 60% success rate (3 passes and 2 fails). A decent overall history, though the failure record warrants a closer look for any patterns.

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ADVISORY