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FY08 LFX

2008 Audi A4

Black Petrol 1986cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

119,145 mi
Last recorded119,145 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 LFX
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,986cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 119,145 miles

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))

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2025 115,491 miles

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Apr 2025 115,491 miles

Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 May 2024 108,322 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 1 May 2024 108,322 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 May 2023 101,973 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Manufacturer’s engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Pass 22 Apr 2022 97,955 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 97,136 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2021 97,136 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Mar 2020 95,678 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2020 95,678 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2019 89,866 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2019 89,866 miles

Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 20 Mar 2018 83,491 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 72,563 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 64,773 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 59,400 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 53,358 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 47,232 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 39,123 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 30,012 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 28,207 miles

n/s/f tyre and rim damaged on side wall

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 LFX is a 2008 Audi A4 in Black with a 1,986cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 FY08 LFX, 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 FY08 LFX registered?

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

Is FY08 LFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY08 LFX shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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