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FV08 LGN

2008 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

148,371 mi
Last recorded148,371 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 LGN
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 148,371 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2025 140,519 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre exhaust clamp broken (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Engine mounting damaged but not to excess Leaking oil (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 19 Jan 2024 131,349 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Jan 2024 131,349 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2023 124,900 miles

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

Under trays fitted

Fail 19 Jan 2023 124,900 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Under trays fitted

Pass 17 Jan 2022 118,503 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Under trays fitted

Pass 20 Jan 2021 111,306 miles

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

Under trays fitted

Fail 20 Jan 2021 111,305 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Under trays fitted

Pass 31 May 2019 103,462 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner and outer walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 101,741 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 99,798 miles

slight damage to n/s/f tyre outer wall

Pass 21 Apr 2016 97,536 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 89,189 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2014 76,859 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 66,354 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 56,298 miles

slight wear on offside inner front tyre

Fail 13 Apr 2012 56,298 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

slight wear on offside inner front tyre

Pass 29 Apr 2011 43,805 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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FV08 LGN is a 2008 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 LGN, 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 LGN registered?

FV08 LGN is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 20 May 2008.

Is FV08 LGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV08 LGN shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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