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FT57 JKF

2008 Audi A4

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2022
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

87,068 mi
Last recorded87,068 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT57 JKF
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2021 87,068 miles

Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached Mountings broken at ends (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wing damaged

Fail 21 Sep 2021 87,065 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated casing split (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated Casing split exposing inner cords (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached Mountings broken at ends (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wing damaged

Pass 28 Sep 2020 77,714 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2020 77,714 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 69,574 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2019 65,804 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Jan 2019 65,804 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 235/40/18/95y (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2018 60,016 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 54,797 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2017 54,797 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 22 Jan 2016 49,169 miles

nsr tyre has a nail

Fail 22 Jan 2016 49,169 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

nsr tyre has a nail

Pass 30 Jan 2015 44,970 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

nsf windscreen washer jet - missaimed.

Fail 30 Jan 2015 44,970 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

nsf windscreen washer jet - missaimed.

Pass 13 Jan 2014 41,073 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Jan 2013 36,032 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2013 36,032 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Jan 2012 29,029 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 25 Jan 2011 23,375 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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FT57 JKF is a 2008 Audi A4 in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 JKF, 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 FT57 JKF registered?

FT57 JKF is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 29 January 2008.

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