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AM08 DKV

2008 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2023
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

215,005 mi
Last recorded215,005 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 DKV
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2022 215,005 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Feb 2022 215,005 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2021 206,990 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2021 206,990 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2020 202,429 miles

o/s and n/s front top inner bushes wish bones (slight cracking)

Fail 23 Jan 2020 202,429 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

o/s and n/s front top inner bushes wish bones (slight cracking)

Pass 25 Jan 2019 193,048 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

front tyres won on in side edges

Fail 25 Jan 2019 193,048 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

front tyres won on in side edges

Pass 25 Jan 2018 184,479 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front inner edge worn

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 22 Jan 2018 184,478 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front inner edge worn

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 26 Jan 2017 175,891 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2017 175,766 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Jan 2016 167,179 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 153,969 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 145,389 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Mar 2013 123,402 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Mar 2012 103,774 miles

Nearside Outer Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 103,774 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 91,780 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A4?

Based on 7,096,957 MOT tests across 571,801 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
7,591
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
571,801
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 231,238
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 97,478
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 97,376
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 84,223
Registration plate lamp not working 78,638
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AM08 DKV is a 2008 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2008 Audi A4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 95,161 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Audi A4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 231,238 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AM08 DKV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A4 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 18 years old, this Audi A4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AM08 DKV registered?

AM08 DKV is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 26 March 2008.

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