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AP08 KAE

2008 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

150,601 mi
Last recorded150,601 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2022
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 KAE
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2022 150,601 miles

Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis and underbody around rear mounts for front subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside inner bushes on all four lower arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front lower arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front wheel arch is corroded

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Lower rear subframe, chassis, brake pipes and underbody has a thick coating of underseal applied

Fail 23 Oct 2021 146,312 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 143,524 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 137,613 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 130,919 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 123,680 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 114,949 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 106,139 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 96,435 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 87,236 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 77,537 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 70,221 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 62,663 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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AP08 KAE is a 2008 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AP08 KAE, 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 AP08 KAE registered?

AP08 KAE is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 19 June 2008.

Is AP08 KAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP08 KAE shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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