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DF08 FXE

2008 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

147,341 mi
Last recorded147,341 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF08 FXE
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2019 147,341 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

corrosion to both outer sills

corrosion to rear subframe

Fail 20 Jul 2019 147,225 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative linkage snapped and level sensor seized (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

corrosion to both outer sills

corrosion to rear subframe

Pass 30 Jul 2018 130,528 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 111,837 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2017 111,833 miles

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Nearside + offside (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 99,496 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2016 99,496 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 89,802 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 80,140 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2013 72,330 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 66,610 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2012 66,600 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2011 53,229 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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DF08 FXE is a 2008 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 DF08 FXE, 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

How do I check the history of DF08 FXE?

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What year was DF08 FXE registered?

DF08 FXE is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 24 July 2008.

Is DF08 FXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF08 FXE shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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