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2006 Audi A4 2.0L Diesel · VU56 ABV

VU56 ABV

2006 Audi A4 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 18/12/2006. Recorded mileage 54,516 miles. MOT valid until 29/07/2027. Taxed until 01/08/2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.

Make & Model
AUDI A4
Year / Origin
2006 · Worcester
Safety Recall
None Outstanding
MOT Status
Valid until 29/07/2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01/08/2027)
Recorded Mileage
54,516 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 29/07/2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/08/2027
Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2006
Engine
1968cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle maintains a stable roadworthiness status with a clean record across its most recent inspections. The MOT test conducted on 31 July 2025 at 35,654 miles resulted in no defects, mirroring the clean passes from the previous three years of testing. This consistency suggests that the vehicle has been well-maintained and does not suffer from the progressive mechanical or structural failures typically seen in a car of this age. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a twenty-year-old Audi, averaging approximately 1,783 miles per year. Data shows a significant slowdown in usage in recent years, with the car covering only 89 miles between July 2024 and July 2025, and 895 miles in the year preceding that period. While this low mileage reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, it increases the risk of rubber-based parts degrading from inactivity. The December 2022 test at 34,468 miles specifically flagged a nearside rear tyre that was under-inflated, worn to the limit, and perished, which is a common symptom of a vehicle sitting for extended periods. The history reveals no evidence of structural corrosion or brake system issues, such as binding calipers or thinning discs. The only recurring issues were an insecure battery mount in 2018 and 2020, which are minor fitment demerits that were not resolved in later tests. Given the low annual mileage, a buyer should inspect the condition of the suspension bushes, rubber hoses, and tyres for cracking, as these components often age faster than they wear when a car remains stationary. The lack of any failures over fifteen years indicates a vehicle that has likely been kept under light use and care.

VU56 ABV Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 31/07/2026
  • 54,516 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)
  • No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
90
/ 100 · Excellent
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
! Older vehicle
✓ No outstanding recalls
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VU56 ABV Mileage History

  1. 07/12/202234,468 mi
  2. 24/05/202334,720 mi+252 mi
  3. 30/07/202435,565 mi+845 mi
  4. 31/07/202535,654 mi+89 mi
  5. 31/07/202654,516 mi+18,862 mi

Average of roughly 5,498 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

VU56 ABV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 18 Sept 2026, 14:30
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Audi A4 (VU56 ABV) between December 2022 and July 2026.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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ADVISORY