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2006 Audi A3 2.0L Diesel · BV56 LLP

BV56 LLP

2006 Audi A3 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 04 Sept 2006. Recorded mileage 131,891 miles. MOT expired on 31 Aug 2026.

Make & Model
AUDI A3
Year / Origin
2006 · Birmingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 31 Aug 2026
Road Tax
Untaxed (10 May 2026)
Recorded Mileage
131,891 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 31 Aug 2026
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 10 May 2026
Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2006
Engine
1968cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle's overall roadworthiness is currently passable, as evidenced by the consistent passing of the MOT on the most recent date of 2025-08-26 at 131,891 miles. The maintenance history shows a relatively stable trend, with the test passing every single year from 2021 to 2025, indicating no recurring structural or mechanical faults that would necessitate a change in driving style. The most recent test on 2025-08-26 was conducted at 131,891 miles with no recorded defects, confirming that the vehicle has maintained its mechanical integrity through this period. The mileage progression follows a predictable pattern consistent with the vehicle's age of approximately 20 years. The record shows a steady accumulation of 6,595 miles annually, which aligns with the typical wear profile for a used 2006 AUDI A3. There are no significant gaps in the data; the test on 2021-08-21 was conducted at 125,206 miles, and the most recent test on 2025-08-26 is at 131,891 miles, demonstrating that the vehicle has not experienced a sudden surge in mileage that would suggest a major wear event. The vehicle has not shown signs of rapid accumulation of consumables or suspension bushings, which would typically be associated with a more aggressive use pattern. Given the consistent passing of the MOT and the clear absence of faults, a buyer should proceed with caution but be prepared to inspect the vehicle's suspension components in person. The 2006 model is prone to issues with coil springs, exhaust emissions, and structural integrity, particularly if the vehicle has been driven for a long period. Since the MOT has passed without defects, the primary risk now lies in the condition of the suspension and brake systems, which may require inspection to ensure they are within safe operating limits for the current mileage.
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BV56 LLP Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 26/08/2025
  • 131,891 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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

BV56 LLP MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 5 Sept 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Audi A3 (BV56 LLP) between August 2022 and August 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

BV56 LLP Mileage History

  1. 08/08/2022126,177 mi
  2. 21/08/2023127,662 mi+1,485 mi
  3. 06/08/2024129,754 mi+2,092 mi
  4. 26/08/2025131,891 mi+2,137 mi

Average of roughly 1,873 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

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May be subject to ULEZ charges

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65
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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