2006 Audi TT 1.8L Petrol · JB02 AVA
2006 Audi TT (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01/04/2006. Recorded mileage 156,034 miles. MOT valid until 31/03/2027. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- AUDI TT
- Year / Origin
- 2006
- MOT Status
- Valid until 31/03/2027
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 156,034 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2006
- Engine
- 1781cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
JB02 AVA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/03/2026
- 156,034 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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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JB02 AVA Mileage History
- 23/11/2023144,320 mi
- 07/12/2023144,687 mi+367 mi
- 19/03/2025154,885 mi+10,198 mi
- 02/04/2025154,947 mi+62 mi
- 17/03/2026156,034 mi+1,087 mi
Average of roughly 5,065 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
JB02 AVA MOT History
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 Tt (JB02 AVA) between November 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 17 March 2026 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 (11 issues), Suspension (7 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 18 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: “Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ”; “Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))”.
Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
Expert automotive synthesis from historical MOT defect records and market benchmarks.
Our Verdict
Approach this 2006 Audi TT with caution and a realistic budget for suspension and tyre upkeep. It is currently roadworthy with a clean 2026 MOT, but its history shows repeated wear-related failures that are typical of a 20-year-old performance hatchback derivative.
Use the recorded failures to negotiate: the March 2025 test noted worn Macpherson strut pins/bushes both sides, corroded offside rear coil spring, worn shock bushes and tyres worn on edges all round, so confirm these were addressed or price in replacement. Ask for full service history confirming cambelt and water pump intervals on the 1781cc turbo petrol unit, as lack of records on a 156k-mile example is a red flag. Given the 2023 broken nearside rear coil spring and repeated shock bush wear, budget for ongoing suspension refresh rather than treating the current pass as a clean bill of health.
The 1.8-litre petrol TT of this era typically returns low-30s mpg, with road tax for a 2006 petrol likely in the higher bands due to CO2; confirm the exact band via DVLA. Insurance groups for the TT are elevated versus mainstream hatchbacks, reflecting performance and parts cost. Expect annual running costs of roughly £1,200-£1,600 including fuel, tax, insurance and routine maintenance, with suspension items likely to push up upkeep versus a lower-mileage peer.
Inspect all four tyres for edge wear as the 2025 and 2023 failures repeatedly cited tyres close to the limit and edge wear; verify the March 2025 advisories on strut pins, coil spring corrosion and shock bushes have been resolved. Check the front CV boot area after the March 2025 failure for a split nearside outer boot that would allow dirt ingress to the joint. Look underneath for any fresh corrosion on springs and shock casings, and confirm the engine MIL fault from November 2023 is no longer active.
This grey 2006 Audi TT (JB02AVA) has covered 156,034 miles as of its March 2026 MOT, which is high for an 8N-generation 1.8-litre petrol coupé. The MOT record shows two recent failures (March 2025 and November 2023) driven by tyres, shocks, bushes and a broken coil spring, though the most recent test is clear. No model aggregate reliability data is available, so assessment rests solely on this vehicle's own history.
No aggregate MOT reliability data is available for the Audi TT, so this guide relies only on the individual vehicle's recorded history.
Reviewed by the IsItAGoodCar editorial team — Verified automotive analysis synthesized from official vehicle registries.
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