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AP08 PFN

2008 Audi A4

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

139,099 mi
Last recorded139,099 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 PFN
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 139,099 miles

Front Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play steering rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Aug 2025 139,093 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Front Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play steering rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2024 129,952 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

nearside headlamp intensity slightly low

Fail 8 Aug 2024 129,952 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated to calliper (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

nearside headlamp intensity slightly low

Pass 7 Aug 2023 127,648 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear to callipers (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear union to rear Flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 124,810 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear to callipers (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all 4 front upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Aug 2022 124,810 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear to callipers (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all 4 front upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 122,520 miles

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

Nearside Rear lens cracked

cover sills shields

Fail 29 Jul 2021 122,520 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear lens cracked

cover sills shields

Pass 11 Aug 2020 117,148 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Aug 2020 117,141 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2019 110,618 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2019 110,613 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 103,739 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 96,368 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2017 96,363 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 88,993 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 80,668 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Jul 2015 80,668 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 9 Jul 2014 73,314 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 73,314 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 61,829 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 51,118 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 41,406 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 PFN is a 2008 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 AP08 PFN, 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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AP08 PFN is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 28 July 2008.

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