Official DVLA Record

2006 Audi A3 2.0L Diesel · WG56 AEK

WG56 AEK

2006 Audi A3 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 13/11/2006. Recorded mileage 131,503 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
AUDI A3
Year / Origin
2006 · Exeter
MOT Status
Valid until 14/09/2024
Road Tax
Recorded Mileage
131,503 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 14/09/2024
Tax Status
Unknown
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2006
Engine
1968cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clean record of passes over the last five years. The most recent test on 15 September 2023 at 131,503 miles resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This suggests the car was in a compliant mechanical state at that time, though the MOT has now lapsed by nearly two years relative to the current date of 16 July 2026. Mileage accumulation is consistent with the age of the vehicle, averaging roughly 6,575 miles per year. The distance covered between October 2020 and September 2023 shows a steady increase from 115,204 to 131,503 miles. A minor anomaly appears in September 2022, where the car failed on 6 September and passed three days later at 123,769 miles, though the record lists no specific defects for either entry. The absence of advisories regarding suspension bushes, brake discs, or exhaust emissions over several years is unusual for a twenty year old Audi A3. While the data suggests a well-maintained vehicle, the lack of recorded wear on consumables implies either a rigorous maintenance regime or a lack of detailed reporting by the testers. A buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of the chassis and sills for corrosion, as structural rust often develops regardless of MOT outcomes. Given the long gap since the last test in 2023, the current state of the tyres, brake pads, and fluid levels is unknown. The vehicle has likely stood for a significant period, meaning the battery, tyres, and braking system should be checked for flat spots or seizure before use.

WG56 AEK Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 15/09/2023
  • 131,503 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 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
✓ Good MOT pass rate (75%)
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WG56 AEK Mileage History

  1. 27/10/2021119,870 mi
  2. 06/09/2022123,763 mi+3,893 mi
  3. 09/09/2022123,769 mi+6 mi
  4. 15/09/2023131,503 mi+7,734 mi

Average of roughly 6,177 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

WG56 AEK MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
MOT Analysis

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

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Audi A3 (WG56 AEK) between October 2021 and September 2023.

The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 15 September 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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