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FY08 XKU

2008 Audi A4

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

144,738 mi
Last recorded144,738 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A495,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 XKU
MakeAudi
ModelA4
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2026 144,738 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2025 135,631 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2024 128,079 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin On the limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2023 119,514 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 105,093 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 92,363 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

both front upper suspension arm bushes are split / perished

front shock absorbers corroded

lower covers fitted

Fail 13 Oct 2021 92,363 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

both front upper suspension arm bushes are split / perished

front shock absorbers corroded

lower covers fitted

Pass 15 Oct 2020 81,456 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2019 74,966 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 68,425 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 63,961 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 62,861 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 60,570 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 53,619 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 47,755 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 40,992 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2013 40,992 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 22 Mar 2012 35,933 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 35,933 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 28,700 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

unable to fully examine rear seat belts due to seats folded and boot loaded

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 XKU is a 2008 Audi A4 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 XKU, 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 XKU registered?

FY08 XKU is a 2008 Audi A4, first registered on 25 March 2008.

Is FY08 XKU safe to buy?

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