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FT57 MYJ

2008 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

136,165 mi
Last recorded136,165 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2019
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2019 136,165 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Feb 2019 136,020 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2018 121,176 miles

Nearside Front tyre slightly scrubbing outer edge.

Fail 20 Feb 2018 121,176 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front tyre slightly scrubbing outer edge.

Pass 20 Feb 2017 113,511 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both front (2.7.3)

engine management light illuminated

under trays fitted obscuring the view of some underside components

Pass 17 Feb 2016 100,988 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear tire has small cut to inner sidewall

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

under trays obscuring the view of some underside components

Fail 16 Feb 2016 100,988 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear tire has small cut to inner sidewall

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

under trays obscuring the view of some underside components

Pass 13 Feb 2015 88,315 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2015 88,315 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Feb 2014 74,912 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2014 74,887 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 21 Jan 2013 63,395 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 52,168 miles

Both front brake discs showing signs of wear

Front inner brake pads approx 2/3rds worn

Pass 4 Feb 2011 40,610 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 MYJ is a 2008 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 MYJ, 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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FT57 MYJ is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 20 February 2008.

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