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AM08 XDG

2008 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

123,048 mi
Last recorded123,048 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 123,048 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2026 123,048 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2025 118,996 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2023 114,065 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 5 Jan 2023 103,530 miles

Undertrays fitted on all underbody

Fail 5 Jan 2023 103,530 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Undertrays fitted on all underbody

Pass 25 Feb 2022 96,668 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 89,395 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 84,458 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Mar 2019 77,522 miles

Central Front brake pad warning lamp illuminated 1.1.13 (a)

Pass 23 Mar 2018 68,544 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2018 68,544 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2017 59,653 miles

brake pad light illuminated

Pass 11 Apr 2016 58,749 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit @2mm prompt replacement advised (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 53,896 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

brakepad warning light is on

Pass 25 Apr 2014 45,368 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

brake pad warning light sensor is on

Fail 11 Dec 2012 32,591 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Pass 11 Dec 2012 32,591 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 22,656 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Feb 2011 17,728 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 XDG is a 2008 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 XDG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AM08 XDG registered?

AM08 XDG is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is AM08 XDG safe to buy?

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