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FA08 JXB

2008 Audi A4

Beige Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2022
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

108,003 mi
Last recorded108,003 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2021
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA08 JXB
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2021 108,003 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Dec 2021 107,998 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm / that connects with shock absorber (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm / that connects with shock absorber (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 104,765 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2021 104,764 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 102,002 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 93,465 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 86,696 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2018 86,696 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 81,107 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 75,520 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 71,226 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2015 71,226 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 17 Mar 2014 59,834 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 59,834 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 54,698 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 47,885 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 41,013 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2011 41,013 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) obviously incorrectly positioned (1.1.A.3a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

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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FA08 JXB is a 2008 Audi A4 in Beige with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FA08 JXB, 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 FA08 JXB registered?

FA08 JXB is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 21 May 2008.

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The MOT history for FA08 JXB shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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