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2006 Audi A3 2.0L Diesel · AV56 DMF

AV56 DMF

2006 Audi A3 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 31 Oct 2006. Recorded mileage 154,324 miles. MOT valid until 30 Jan 2027.

Make & Model
AUDI A3
Year / Origin
2006 · Ipswich
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 30 Jan 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
154,324 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 30 Jan 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2006
Engine
1968cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness with a consistently clean MOT history over the last five years. The most recent test conducted in January 2026 at 154,324 miles resulted in no recorded defects, mirroring the outcomes of every previous inspection since 2021. This suggests a stable maintenance trend where the owner has proactively addressed potential mechanical or safety issues before they could trigger a failure during the DVSA testing process. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a twenty-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,700 miles per annum. A notable gap in records exists between November 2022 at 132,001 miles and December 2023 at 144,140 miles, where the car covered over 12,000 miles in thirteen months. However, the subsequent interval of 10,000 miles between January 2025 and January 2026 indicates regular usage which is often beneficial for older machinery to prevent the degradation of seals and rubber components. Despite the clean digital history, a buyer must perform a physical inspection focusing on age-related wear common to the Audi A3 of this era. The MOT records do not flag recurring corrosion or brake issues, but the high mileage increases the likelihood of worn suspension bushes and perished coil springs. Particular attention should be paid to the structural integrity of the rear sills and the condition of the brake calipers, as these are often the first components to fail on high-mileage vehicles despite a passing MOT certificate.
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AV56 DMF Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 13/01/2026
  • 154,324 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (3 mentions)

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

AV56 DMF MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Oct 2026, 18:07
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 A3 (AV56 DMF) between November 2021 and January 2026.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 9 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (3 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). 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.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

AV56 DMF Mileage History

  1. 13/11/2021127,295 mi
  2. 26/11/2022132,001 mi+4,706 mi
  3. 09/12/2023144,140 mi+12,139 mi
  4. 31/01/2025144,492 mi+352 mi
  5. 13/01/2026154,324 mi+9,832 mi

Average of roughly 6,486 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
85
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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