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FY08 LBJ

2008 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

141,744 mi
Last recorded141,744 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2019
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 LBJ
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2019 141,744 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 128,788 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 124,735 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test sat nav holder on windscreen and motif from interior mirror ()

Fail 23 Dec 2016 124,733 miles

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

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test sat nav holder on windscreen and motif from interior mirror ()

Pass 28 Aug 2015 109,994 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2015 109,994 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2014 96,299 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine smokey during emission test.

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

Pass 5 Jul 2013 82,464 miles

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

n/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge.

Fail 5 Jul 2013 82,464 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge.

Pass 17 Feb 2012 60,878 miles

Advice on slight damage to near side front outter tyre wall.

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 11 Feb 2011 47,239 miles

Rear brake pads are very low, Advise change.

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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FY08 LBJ is a 2008 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,986cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FY08 LBJ, 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 FY08 LBJ registered?

FY08 LBJ is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is FY08 LBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY08 LBJ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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