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FA08 NSO

2008 Audi A4

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

122,170 mi
Last recorded122,170 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA08 NSO
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2024 122,170 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

undertrays and plastic covers fitted under vehicle

Fail 26 Sep 2024 122,170 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

undertrays and plastic covers fitted under vehicle

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 108,524 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 95,461 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2022 95,461 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 89,422 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Sep 2021 89,423 miles

Emissions not tested Engine has a misfire (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Headlamps matched pair are not the same colour (4.1.4 (d))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 79,405 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 73,258 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 67,640 miles

Offside Front Tyre has cracks on inner wall/no cords exposed.

Rear Number plate faded.

Rear pads approx. 4mm.

Fail 20 Jul 2018 67,610 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall / cracks (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 61,376 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 55,103 miles

ENGINE CHECK LAMP ON CONSTANTLY

FRONT BRAKE PADS GETTING LOW

N/S/R WHEEL BEARING NOISEY WHEN SPUN

Fail 20 Jul 2016 55,074 miles

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

ENGINE CHECK LAMP ON CONSTANTLY

FRONT BRAKE PADS GETTING LOW

N/S/R WHEEL BEARING NOISEY WHEN SPUN

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

Pass 14 Jul 2015 47,057 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 41,636 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 35,155 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 29,147 miles

both raer tyres worn on inner and outer edges

Pass 22 Jul 2011 22,559 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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FA08 NSO is a 2008 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 NSO, 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.

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What year was FA08 NSO registered?

FA08 NSO is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 17 July 2008.

Is FA08 NSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA08 NSO shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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