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DG08 VZL

2008 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

132,068 mi
Last recorded132,068 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 VZL
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2024 132,068 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 Jun 2024 132,067 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 118,002 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2022 111,657 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 100,754 miles

Nearside Front wheel has been welded

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

Fail 18 Feb 2019 100,754 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator warning lamp on (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front wheel has been welded

Pass 30 Jan 2018 89,230 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

brake pad warning on dash

Fail 29 Jan 2018 89,230 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)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

brake pad warning on dash

Pass 15 Feb 2017 80,450 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 71,583 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 64,424 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 56,516 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 46,684 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Feb 2012 38,492 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 26,609 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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DG08 VZL is a 2008 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 DG08 VZL, 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 DG08 VZL registered?

DG08 VZL is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 12 March 2008.

Is DG08 VZL safe to buy?

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