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FT57 BDF

2008 Audi A4

Blue Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2019
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

127,276 mi
Last recorded127,276 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT57 BDF
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2018 127,276 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2018 127,276 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Sep 2017 116,699 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2017 116,699 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 100,856 miles

OSR tyre side wall cracked cord not exposed

Fail 30 Sep 2016 100,856 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

OSR tyre side wall cracked cord not exposed

Pass 16 Sep 2015 82,310 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2015 82,310 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 109,865 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 90,781 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2013 56,408 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2012 64,582 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 27,845 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 121,438 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2011 121,438 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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FT57 BDF is a 2008 Audi A4 in Blue with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 FT57 BDF, 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 FT57 BDF registered?

FT57 BDF is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 26 February 2008.

Is FT57 BDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT57 BDF shows 15 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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