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DY08 XBR

2008 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

177,547 mi
Last recorded177,547 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY08 XBR
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 177,547 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 30 Jun 2025 168,032 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2024 160,218 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 156,510 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 151,981 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2022 151,981 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 150,712 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 148,418 miles

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

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively o/s & n/s (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively o/s & n/s (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 144,791 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 141,456 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 138,800 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 131,832 miles

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

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

nsf tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 14 Mar 2015 117,580 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 104,817 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 16 Mar 2013 93,878 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 81,060 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 66,808 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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DY08 XBR is a 2008 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 DY08 XBR, 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 DY08 XBR registered?

DY08 XBR is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is DY08 XBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY08 XBR shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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