2006 Audi A4 2.0L Petrol · YF56 AHJ
2006 Audi A4 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01/12/2006. Recorded mileage 78,475 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- AUDI A4
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Leeds
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08/12/2023
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (01/07/2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 78,475 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2006
- Engine
- 1984cc
YF56 AHJ Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/12/2022
- 78,475 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
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.
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YF56 AHJ Mileage History
- 02/12/202166,104 mi
- 09/12/202166,104 mi
- 08/12/202278,475 mi+12,371 mi
- 09/12/202278,475 mi
Average of roughly 12,146 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
YF56 AHJ MOT History
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 A4 (YF56 AHJ) between December 2021 and December 2022.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 09 December 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Boot i”; “Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))”.
Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
Expert automotive synthesis from historical MOT defect records and market benchmarks.
Our Verdict
This 2006 Audi A4 in black with the 2.0-litre petrol engine is a reasonable buy for a budget-conscious buyer, but the repeated MOT failures with no recorded defects are a concern worth investigating. Proceed only after confirming the reasons for the failed tests and verifying the service history.
Before purchasing YF56AHJ, ask the seller for the full MOT failure documentation from 8 December 2022 and 2 December 2021, as both failures were recorded with no defects noted — this often indicates an administrative issue, a missed appointment, or a test that could not be completed, and you should confirm the car was genuinely roadworthy. Check for a complete service history, as the 1984cc petrol A4 of this era benefits from regular timing belt and oil service intervals that are not evidenced in the MOT data provided.
As a 2006 petrol car with a 2.0-litre engine, this A4 will fall into a higher road tax band than smaller modern cars, though exact band data is not provided. Insurance group and fuel economy figures are not in the supplied data, but a 19-year-old executive saloon typically costs more to insure than a comparable hatchback and returns modest mpg by current standards.
Inspect the vehicle in person to understand why the 2021 and 2022 MOTs show a failure with no defects recorded on the day before a clean pass at the same mileage — confirm there are no hidden mechanical or paperwork issues. The MOT history shows no recorded defects across any test, so a thorough independent inspection is still advised given the car's 2006 manufacture date.
The vehicle shows a consistent MOT pass record from 2020 to 2022, with the most recent pass at 78,475 miles on 9 December 2022. However, both the 2021 and 2022 tests included a failure on the day before the pass at identical mileages, with no defects listed on either the failure or pass certificates. At nearly 20 years old and with under 80,000 miles, this black December 2006-registered A4 has covered below-average mileage for its age.
No aggregate MOT reliability data is available for the Audi A4, so model-level reliability claims cannot be made from the provided information.
Reviewed by the IsItAGoodCar editorial team — Verified automotive analysis synthesized from official vehicle registries.
Data Sources
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