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FY08 XJG

2008 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1986cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

158,618 mi
Last recorded158,618 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2021 158,618 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 152,626 miles

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

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

under shields fitted not allowing full inspection of some items

Pass 16 Sep 2019 147,792 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2019 143,517 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 128,361 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 112,073 miles

Nearside Rear tyre damaged on side wall

Pass 29 Jan 2016 108,060 miles

Nearside Front child seat fitted

Nearside Rear child seat fitted

Nearside Rear tyre side wall cut

Offside Front washer jet slightly blocked

Offside Rear tyre side wall cut

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (3.6.B.4d)

mud under vehicle

Pass 3 Feb 2015 103,220 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Feb 2014 90,495 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Feb 2014 90,495 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Mar 2013 75,928 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 23 Feb 2013 75,617 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 9 Jan 2012 59,718 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 48,537 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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 XJG 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 85.7%.

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 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 FY08 XJG, 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 XJG registered?

FY08 XJG is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is FY08 XJG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY08 XJG shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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