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EK08 LJU

2008 Audi A4

Black Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

171,097 mi
Last recorded171,097 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 LJU
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2026 171,097 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 20 May 2025 164,646 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 154,281 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 146,983 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2022 142,048 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 128,250 miles

Front and Rear brake disc have surface rust due to been parkedup for long time

Pass 22 Feb 2020 125,483 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 123,978 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively plus o/side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin plus o/side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 24 Jan 2019 123,976 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits this could be due to blowing exhaust (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases leaking at centre box Y section (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively plus o/side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin plus o/side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jan 2018 122,107 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Jan 2017 109,145 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 99,014 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 88,406 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2014 74,974 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 61,324 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 59,142 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 56,045 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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EK08 LJU is a 2008 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,968cc petrol 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 EK08 LJU, 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 EK08 LJU?

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What year was EK08 LJU registered?

EK08 LJU is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is EK08 LJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK08 LJU 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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