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FV08 BUF

2008 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

148,175 mi
Last recorded148,175 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 BUF
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2019 148,175 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 17 Mar 2018 127,693 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 124,343 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 121,854 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2015 119,023 miles

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 17 Mar 2015 119,023 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 7 Mar 2014 116,960 miles

Front brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 108,560 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Apr 2012 103,596 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 95,841 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 95,841 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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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FV08 BUF is a 2008 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FV08 BUF, 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 FV08 BUF registered?

FV08 BUF is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 1 April 2008.

Is FV08 BUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV08 BUF shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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