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BG08 XMM

2008 Audi A4

Black Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

163,602 mi
Last recorded163,602 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 XMM
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2020 163,602 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2019 159,799 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 154,061 miles

under body corrosion

Pass 3 Nov 2017 150,071 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2017 150,071 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 143,663 miles

exhaust system corroded

all front suspension arm bushes starting to perish

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

undertrays fitted obscuring some testable components

Fail 22 Aug 2016 143,663 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

all front suspension arm bushes starting to perish

exhaust system corroded

undertrays fitted obscuring some testable components

Pass 17 Feb 2015 132,249 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Feb 2014 119,174 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 108,365 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2012 98,694 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 82,658 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

o/s rear tyre perishing in tread area.

Fail 15 Apr 2011 82,658 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

o/s rear tyre perishing in tread area.

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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BG08 XMM is a 2008 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BG08 XMM, 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 BG08 XMM registered?

BG08 XMM is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is BG08 XMM safe to buy?

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