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FT08 RCY

2008 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

262,655 mi
Last recorded262,655 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2024 262,655 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2024 253,308 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 243,989 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 233,851 miles

Central Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Jan 2021 226,446 miles

centre exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 4 Jul 2019 213,842 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 199,996 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 184,644 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2017 184,639 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 165,657 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2015 146,129 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 127,651 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2013 107,680 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2012 87,277 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 64,019 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 RCY 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 93.3%.

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 FT08 RCY, 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 RCY registered?

FT08 RCY is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 18 July 2008.

Is FT08 RCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT08 RCY shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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