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FM08 JXK

2008 Audi A4

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

163,097 mi
Last recorded163,097 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM08 JXK
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2025 163,097 miles

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

Offside Front CV boot leaking grease but not split

Pass 20 Jan 2024 154,776 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2023 148,080 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2022 140,332 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 132,474 miles

Coil spring corroded Nearside rear and offside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside front headlight loose

Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity Rear light units (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Nearside front lower front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 6 Jan 2021 132,474 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Centre exhaust clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Coil spring corroded Nearside rear and offside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust heat shield loose

Offside front headlight loose

Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity Rear light units (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Nearside front lower front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Jan 2020 124,163 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2019 115,674 miles

emissions too clean too measure

engine covers / sill covers/ undertrays fitted

exhaust slight corrosion

Fail 26 Apr 2019 115,674 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

emissions too clean too measure

engine covers / sill covers/ undertrays fitted

exhaust slight corrosion

Pass 26 Apr 2018 103,021 miles

engine covers fitted

rear discs heavily worn and lipped

undertrays fitted

Fail 26 Apr 2018 103,021 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)

engine covers fitted

rear discs heavily worn and lipped

undertrays fitted

Pass 13 Apr 2017 88,986 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 13 Apr 2017 88,986 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 26 Apr 2016 70,965 miles

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

Rear child seats fitted

Fail 26 Apr 2016 70,965 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Rear child seats fitted

Pass 28 Apr 2015 61,285 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jul 2014 57,050 miles

offside rear tyre on 3mm

Fail 29 Jul 2014 57,050 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

offside rear tyre on 3mm

Pass 19 Jul 2013 50,952 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 45,180 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 39,159 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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FM08 JXK is a 2008 Audi A4 in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FM08 JXK, 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 FM08 JXK registered?

FM08 JXK is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is FM08 JXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM08 JXK shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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