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FT57 MXK

2008 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2024
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

97,424 mi
Last recorded97,424 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT57 MXK
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2023 97,424 miles

Offside Front wheel and cvboot has greese on

Rear subframe corroding

Pass 6 Sep 2022 96,126 miles

exhaust corroded

Pass 18 Aug 2021 89,598 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Fail 10 Aug 2021 89,521 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2020 83,374 miles

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Upper Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2019 77,557 miles

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

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

temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 26 Jul 2019 77,557 miles

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 20 Jul 2018 71,975 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 66,669 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2017 66,669 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 60,782 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2015 55,928 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 55,928 miles

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

Fail 30 Jul 2014 50,674 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Sill covers fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jul 2014 50,674 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Sill covers fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Oct 2013 46,224 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 65,229 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 34,025 miles

Front tyre's 2mm

Fail 21 May 2012 34,019 miles

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

Front tyre's 2mm

Pass 15 Jun 2011 24,599 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2011 24,599 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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 MXK is a 2008 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 FT57 MXK, 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 MXK registered?

FT57 MXK is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 19 February 2008.

Is FT57 MXK safe to buy?

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