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FT08 HDU

2008 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2025
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

198,370 mi
Last recorded198,370 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT08 HDU
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Fail 29 Aug 2026 198,370 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2025 197,784 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 185,443 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 181,850 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 166,706 miles
Fail 30 May 2022 166,646 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 146,952 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2019 146,421 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 135,686 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 127,964 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2014 84,667 miles

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

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

n/s/r tyre worn inner edge

Pass 12 Aug 2014 84,667 miles

n/s/r tyre worn inner edge

Pass 7 Aug 2013 69,239 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 54,019 miles

both front tyres low 3mm

Pass 12 Aug 2011 38,950 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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FT08 HDU is a 2008 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 FT08 HDU, 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 FT08 HDU registered?

FT08 HDU is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 4 August 2008.

Is FT08 HDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT08 HDU shows 15 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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